Assistant Project Manager

You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise, and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, and we have a thriving team culture, simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

Our collaborative and multi-disciplinary team is one of the largest in the UK, providing water and wastewater infrastructure services alongside drainage design, SuDS and surface water management. Our wide variety of clients span across the UK and internationally and include water companies, local authorities, highways / rail authorities, and developers.

It’s an exciting time to be working for our UK Water business with unprecedented investment in the water industry. Due to continued framework successes, we seek to recruit an Assistant Project Manager, to join our Water and Wastewater Team in Derby to support with leading a range of Engineering and Consultancy projects, with a leading UK Water Company’s, as well as support our expanding portfolio of projects across the UK.

Your Purpose:

• You will be a practicing Assistant Project Manager, working with the support of the wider Networks and Drainage Solutions (N&DS) team, you will be responsible for delivering schemes to budget and programme and be the first point of contact with clients.
• At first, you'll handle simpler, low-risk projects with full support as you develop and take on more responsibility.
• Assist the Project Manager or lead on smaller projects, in the development of project plans, programmes etc.
• Liaise with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope and objectives.
• Negotiate and administer change control in accordance with the contract.
• Management of risks through the project life cycle.
• Clear and accurate monitoring and reporting of project performance against programme, technical quality, financial and KPI targets; both internally and externally.
• Liaise with project stakeholders.

What you can bring:

• Experience as an Assistant Project Manager or similar role, preferably in the water industry.
• Knowledge of various forms of construction contract, in particular NEC3 or NEC4.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Demonstrate a proactive and flexible working attitude, is adaptable and responds positively in response to challenges.
• Degree in Business Administration, Management, Environmental Sciences, Civil Engineering or related field.

What we offer:

• We aren't just engineers, environmental professionals, or consultants. We're pioneers, constantly innovating and pushing boundaries to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges – especially when it comes to water. From enhancing our beautiful rivers and urban landscapes to building sustainable cities in the harshest environments – our Networks & Drainage Solutions (N&DS) team is at the forefront.
• The opportunities in our practice to grow as an individual are immense. You'll receive mentorship from the outstanding leaders we have within the team.
• From day one your personal development plan puts you in the driving seat of your career and you’ll be supported to go as far as you want to go.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

We're ranked as one of LinkedIn's Top 25 Companies, where UK professionals want to work and stay once, they join. We've also made the Times Top 50 employers for women.

Our Infrastructure team uses innovation, new approaches and the power of data to help our clients deliver end-to-end projects and programmes for essential future infrastructure. And as the work becomes ever more complex, our employees continue to challenge the status quo.

We're committed to engineering better for people and our planet, from our global Engineering Net-Zero programme to creating social value through EDAROTH community housing. We're proud of our active employee networks creating awareness and allyship for our under-represented groups. Not to mention programmes supporting communities outside AtkinsRéalis, including schools, charities, ex-forces and professionals returning after career breaks.

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 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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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.