Principal Active Travel Consultant

Help us turn vision into reality.

Are you ready to take up a vital role in shaping some of our exciting projects? How about joining our talented team, where everyone has a voice, and together we face our clients’ problems head-on? It’s a diverse and inclusive work environment where world-class talent knows no distinctions.
We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we’re here to support you. Flexible and remote working is a central part of our culture. So talk to us about what’s ideal for you – from reduced weeks to buying more leave over school holidays. And if you’re returning from a career break, ask us how we can help you transition back into work with us.

Join us in our Active Travel team, within Engineering. We work on projects of all sizes, scopes and scales, from George Street and First New Town to Kilmaurs Village Urban Design. Our projects are bringing active travel opportunities to increasing audiences and transforming the way people live and work. And you’ll be part of these collaborative design teams based across the country and the world. It’s an exciting era for UK active travel, to lead in emerging areas that interest you, all you need to do is speak up and take the initiative.

This role would require you to be based out of Glasgow office 2-3 days a week as per the need of the business.

Your purpose:

• Solving complex engineering problems.
• Project and work package management.
• Winning work including by preparing bids and tenders.
• Supporting business development by establishing, maintaining and developing relationships with existing and prospective internal and external clients.
• Identifying and responding to project commercial risks and opportunities.
• Production of task briefs / methodologies, fee proposals, resourcing schedules and project plans for active travel projects.
• Managing technical projects as technical lead or technical reviewer with responsibility for high quality project deliverables.
• Assisting with coaching and training of technical delivery staff.
• Managing stakeholder consultation processes as required.

What you can bring:

• Any relevant professional qualification or related experience.
• Demonstrable design experience integrating walking, cycling, green infrastructure, public transport and traffic solutions into deliverable urban environments.
• Strong understanding of the application of technical guidance and standards, such as Cycling by Design, Designing Street, National Roads Development Guide and Inclusive Mobility.
• Experience in supporting the execution and quality assurance of multi-disciplinary projects with other disciplines including Highways Engineers, Active Travel designers, Traffic Engineers, Landscape Architects, Drainage and Structural Engineers.
• A proven track record of developing client and internal relationships and assisting with business development.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

Our Transportation teams are reinventing transport for a challenging yet exciting future. We’re creating new ideas and smart solutions for cities, people and the environment. You’ll be working alongside some of the top people in our industry, solving challenges that bring together traditional engineering and new technologies. As part of our organisation, you’ll be in a privileged position, delivering what’s right for governments and communities. You’ll be helping us to improve our leading environmental performance while enabling others to do the same.

Security clearance:

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. To help embed inclusion for all, from day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

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