Project Manager

AtkinsRéalis

. Lead projects from feasibility and optioneering through detailed design .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeBristol • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading infrastructure projects, ensuring timely delivery within budget while maintaining quality standards. Proficient in managing multi-disciplinary design teams and fostering strong client relationships, with a solid understanding of project management methodologies and contract management.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Infrastructure Delivery ExperienceProject Management in Heavy RailMulti-Disciplinary Design Team LeadershipNEC3/NEC4 Contract UnderstandingProfessional Membership in Project Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementDesign DeliveryChange ControlRisk ManagementBudget ManagementQuality AssuranceClient Relationship ManagementResource PlanningBid ManagementDesign & Build Contracts

Soft Skills

Team BuildingCoachingCollaborationMentoringCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

MAPMMICEPMQ

Industry Keywords

InfrastructureHeavy RailLight RailMass TransitNetwork RailHS2Transport for LondonTransport for Greater ManchesterPrincipal ContractorsConsultancy Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead projects from feasibility and optioneering through detailed design
Ensure project delivery on time, within budget and to quality standards
Build, motivate, maintain, coach, guide and develop project teams
Plan resources with resource managers and ensure required skills are available
Align teams on scope, timelines, costs, risks and interfaces
Track and report progress against programme, quality, financial and KPI targets
Ensure compliance with company, client and industry standards
Manage risks, opportunities and contract changes throughout the project lifecycle
Act as the main client contact and build strong client relationships
Identify opportunities for future work
Act as Bid Manager on selected pursuits and work with Market teams to secure new projects
Share best practices, mentor junior staff and contribute to the wider project management community

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of infrastructure delivery experience in a consultancy environment or applicable client or contractor role
Project/Engineering Management background in Heavy Rail or Light Rail/Mass Transit
Experience delivering work for clients such as Network Rail, HS2, Transport for London, Transport for Greater Manchester and Principal Contractors
Experience leading multi-disciplinary design teams with design fees greater than £1m
Experience with design & build contracts or design development commissions
Understanding of design delivery, assurance and change control
Ability to work collaboratively with clients and internal teams
Understanding and experience deploying NEC3, NEC4 and/or bespoke forms of contract
Professional membership and recognised Project Management competence, such as MAPM, MICE or PMQ, or equivalent (desirable)
May require relevant security clearance
May require proof of residency in the UK for 5 years or longer for UKSV vetting

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salaries
Employee rewards
Tailored benefits for health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices
Training and professional development opportunities
Hybrid working culture
Flexible holiday allowances
Family friendly employment policies
Flexible working arrangements
Employee resource groups