Assistant Project Manager / Project Manager

Overview

You might know us for the great work we deliver across a diverse range of infrastructure projects. We are proud to say that our success is built on the diversity, expertise and knowledge of our people. When you join AtkinsRéalis, you will become part of a genuinely collaborative environment where every voice is valued and everyone is encouraged to develop and grow.

AtkinsRéalis' UK Infrastructure Project Delivery Practice (PDP) is the centre of excellence for the delivery of infrastructure projects and the home of our project management professionals. The team supports the delivery of projects across Water, Defence, Buildings and Places, Energy and Aviation, providing exposure to a wide variety of clients, sectors and multidisciplinary project teams. PDP is committed to developing future project leaders through structured training, mentoring, professional accreditation and support towards chartership and APM qualifications. PDP supports progression through structured development, professional accreditation, chartership/APM pathways and exposure to major programmes.

Due to continued growth and recent project wins across the East Midlands, we have exciting opportunities for Assistant Project Managers to join our Midlands team (based in Birmingham, Derby and Peterborough). This role offers the chance to work on complex and high-profile infrastructure programmes while developing your project management skills within a supportive and experienced team environment.

As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the successful delivery of multidisciplinary projects throughout the project lifecycle. Working alongside Project Managers and senior project professionals, you will assist with project planning, programme management, stakeholder engagement, risk management, reporting and project controls. You will gain valuable experience across a range of infrastructure markets while contributing to the delivery of projects that make a positive impact on communities and the environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to build a long-term career in project management, gain exposure to major infrastructure programmes and develop the skills, experience and professional qualifications needed to progress within AtkinsRéalis.

Your role

• Supporting the Project Manager in the delivery of large and/or complex multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring project objectives are understood and achieved.
• Assisting with the successful delivery of projects against agreed targets, helping to monitor progress and support the implementation of project strategies.
• Taking ownership of assigned actions and seeking opportunities to learn, improve and contribute to successful project outcomes.
• Supporting the identification and management of contractual and commercial risks to AtkinsRéalis, clients and project stakeholders, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Preparation of clear, accurate and timely project information, helping Project Managers and senior colleagues make informed decisions.
• Assisting the Project Manager and wider project team with coordination activities, helping to maintain team effectiveness and contribute to a positive working environment. Bringing energy, curiosity and a proactive mindset to the role.
• Contributing to team development by sharing knowledge, supporting colleagues and participating in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitating effective communication, coordination and information flow between clients, project teams, subcontractors and partners, both internal and external.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of project delivery programmes and plans, whilst building strong working relationships with AtkinsRéalis disciplines, external consultants, clients and stakeholders.
• Developing project management capability through hands-on experience, professional development and exposure to AtkinsRéalis governance, delivery standards and client environments.
• Assisting with project controls and financial management activities, including monitoring expenditure, tracking revenue against forecast costs, supporting Earned Value reporting and maintaining project financial records.
• Supporting project governance and reporting requirements, ensuring project documentation, trackers and registers are kept up to date and accurate.
• Assisting with project close-out activities, including archiving documentation, capturing and sharing lessons learned, updating market information and coordinating Client Satisfaction surveys.
• Supporting business development activities by contributing to bid inputs, project case studies, lessons learned and market information in line with AtkinsRéalis governance processes.