At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead project delivery teams and support clients in programme setup and performance management.
- Company: AtkinsRéalis is a centre of excellence for infrastructure project delivery across various sectors.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salaries, hybrid working culture, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Security clearance may be necessary, requiring proof of UK residency for 5 years.
- Why this job: Join a leading team focused on major infrastructure and transformation programmes.
- Qualifications: Senior leadership experience in Project Delivery and proven success in large-scale programmes required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Overview
The AtkinsRéalis Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and combines the best in project management and design management to provide a full suite of services to clients in the public and private sectors. The team is responsible for delivery of design services across our markets of Water Infrastructure, Defence Infrastructure, Nuclear, Aviation, Energy, Rail (stations), and Urban Developments.
We are looking for a highly experienced Associate Director – Project Controls to provide senior leadership across major infrastructure and transformation programmes. This role is focused on end-to-end project and programme delivery, supporting clients and delivery partners to achieve successful outcomes through strong leadership, governance, performance management, and stakeholder engagement.
Your role
- You will operate as a trusted senior advisor, helping clients shape delivery approaches, mobilise teams, manage performance, and embed continuous improvement across their programmes.
- Providing senior leadership across project and programme delivery environments.
- Supporting clients in the successful setup, mobilisation, and delivery of programmes.
- Leading delivery teams and delivery partners to achieve agreed outcomes, benefits, and performance targets.
- Designing and embedding effective governance, decision‑making, and reporting arrangements.
- Driving delivery performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Acting as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders and executive teams.
- Facilitating delivery‑focused workshops, peer assists, and leadership sessions.
- Supporting business change, operating model design, and transformation initiatives.
- Coaching, mentoring, and developing high‑performing delivery teams and future leaders.
- Contributing to bid development and supporting strategic pursuits across key clients.
About You
- Senior leadership experience in Project Delivery / Programme Delivery / Programme Advisory.
- Proven experience delivering large‑scale programmes within regulated or public‑sector environments.
- Strong expertise in delivery governance, performance management, and assurance.
- Ability to operate confidently at executive and board level.
- Experience leading multi‑disciplinary teams and delivery partners.
- Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
Desirable
- Experience in transport, defence, rail, digital or public‑sector programmes.
- Experience working within alliance or integrated delivery models.
- Strong interest in data, insight, and digital approaches to improving delivery performance.
Qualifications & professional memberships (e.g. MBA, MSP Practitioner, PRINCE2 Programme Manager, Chartered Management Consultant, Prosci® Change Management Practitioner).
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive salaries, employee rewards, a hybrid working culture, and flexible holiday allowances. Opportunities for training and professional development.
Additional Information
Security clearance – This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If 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. Please do not reference your current or previously held security clearance in your application.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong, a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.
Associate / Associate Director Project Controls employer: AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis offers a hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances. Located in the UK, the team focuses on delivering infrastructure projects in sectors like Water, Defence, and Energy. They are committed to inclusivity and professional development for all employees.
