AtkinsRéalis
Operational Safety Senior/Principal Consultant Highways
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Overview
Shape a faster, smarter, safer future.
Join us at an exciting point in our journey as we launch our new Intelligent Transport and Infrastructure practice.
We have brought together a team of 180 consultants and engineers with deep expertise across asset management, intelligent mobility, smart technology, and digital and data solutions within the transport environment.
This newly formed, externally facing business is designed to align closely with our clients' evolving needs, while creating fresh opportunities for our people to grow, develop, and thrive as part of a collaborative and innovative practice.
We know that different people have different priorities, which is why we're here to support you. This role is aligned to a network of UK office locations: Birmingham, Cambridge, Epsom, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Glasgow. Flexible 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.
Our Safety and Operations Assurance Group brings together a diverse range of expertise in safety, standards, systems, and the operation of highways. We use this expertise to plan for the safe and efficient operation of changes to the highway, whether they be complex infrastructure projects, process changes, or the introduction of operational technology. We support clients in embedding effective safety governance, safety risk management, and assurance processes throughout the lifecycle of infrastructure and services.
By combining technical knowledge with practical experience, we help organisations improve safety outcomes, enhance performance, and deliver resilient solutions. We also contribute to the development of standards, policy, guidance, and innovative approaches.
Your role
We are seeking Consultants across multiple grades with a strong technical capability in safety and operations, alongside an ability to support client engagement and business growth.
In this role, you will:
- Undertake safety activities such as hazard identification, safety risk assessment, and assurance.
- Contribute to studies, analysis, and solution development, including digital and data-driven approaches.
- Work collaboratively and engage with design teams, supporting the integration of safe operation and maintenance considerations into design.
- Prepare clear, concise, and high-quality written deliverables, including reports, technical notes, and presentations.
- Work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Support the identification and development of opportunities with existing and new clients.
- Contribute to the preparation of high-quality bids and proposals.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Support market engagement activities and contribute to a positive team culture and development of colleagues.
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About You
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to apply structured approaches to safety and risk challenges.
- Understanding and application of the Common Safety Method.
- Effective communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients and stakeholders.
- A collaborative and proactive approach to working within multidisciplinary teams.
Also beneficial:
- Interest in contributing to business growth, including supporting bids, proposals, and opportunity development.
- A resilient and reliable approach, with the ability to work effectively under pressure and deliver consistently high-quality outputs.
Desirable
- Experience applying Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) GG104 requirements for Safety Risk Assessment.
- Experience of Safety Risk Management or Safety Governance processes.
- Experience within transportation or intelligent mobility sectors.
- Exposure to supporting bids, proposals, or client-facing activities.
- Familiarity with UK transport clients (e.g., National Highways, Department for Transport, local authorities).
Rewards & benefits
Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards, and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial, and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.
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About AtkinsRéalis
We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data, and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers, and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.
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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 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. If applying to this role, please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance.
We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive, and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.
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