Senior Technical Project Manager - Bristol, United Kingdom - AtkinsRéalis

Description

Leading the edge of transformation.

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, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. 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.

As a Senior Consultant Project Manager in 'Aerospace, Defence, Security and Technology' (ADS&T), you'll take the lead in our Programme Delivery Practice. Your role will be primarily client-facing, identifying, shaping and managing better delivery capabilities. You'll lead Agile delivery teams in markets such as Defence, Security & Intelligence, Energy and Transportation. And you'll be supporting our clients to maximise the benefit of digital transformation and enable innovative ways of working.

Your purpose:

We are looking to attract experienced consultants with a proven delivery background, emphasising programme and project management within solution delivery, software, system integration, cyber security, infrastructure, and related disciplines.

We have senior project management positions available within our ADS&T business, which also includes our Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) market.

The successful candidate will be expected to make contributions to practice and business development. This will include driving organic growth, leading bids to develop new business propositions, and researching potential new markets.

You will be representing AtkinsRéalis to our clients, so being an advocate of our values and ways of working should be demonstrated within the role, these include:

• Leadership- experience of successfully leading integrated, blended, diverse, multidisciplinary, and motivated teams to deliver complex project outputs and programme outcomes. Establish and manage collaborative, collegiate and psychologically safe working team environments.
• Communication- high emotional intelligence, listens and questions effectively, concise verbal and written communication skills. High IT literacy, being able to communicate with both business and IT teams. Able to communicate with confidence to stakeholders at all levels.
• Flexibility- able to adapt, which could include providing advice/guidance, 'rolling up your sleeves', as well as delivering projects and programmes.
• Customer focus & achievement- passionate about delivering high-end customer services to our external and internal clients, exceeds aspirations and is goal driven.
• Development- wants to continually develop their new skills and in others through continuous professional development.
• Safety, ethics, and integrity- embraces and upholds AtkinsRéalis high professional standards at all times.
• Advocacy- an ambassador for our wider business.

What you can bring?

You will have demonstrable technical experience that covers the following areas:

Essential-

• Proven track record of successful delivery of technology-intensive projects and programmes in the public or private sectors.
• Has recognized P3M qualifications (Prince2, APM PMQ, MoR, MSP), Waterfall and Agile methods.
• Experience and understanding of complex IT systems that includes electronic hardware and software (bespoke and COTS), integrations, real-time systems, digital infrastructure, and cyber security.
• Can evidence good delivery practices for governance, reporting, estimation & planning, risks & issue management, financial control, and change management.
• Practical experience of implementing and running IT and engineering delivery methods such as V-Model, Waterfall and Agile.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience of managing to a contract and able to effectively manage scope and change both internally and externally.
• Has established good delivery financial management practices and is able to interpret and report on financial data and analysis to senior stakeholders.
• Experience of supply chain management and associated contracts, utilising a variety of contracting methods, such as T&M and Firm Price.
• Strong stakeholder and communication management.

Desirable-

• Membership of the APM/PMI, Chartered Project Professional (ChPP) status is desirable. Service delivery management standards such as ITIL would also be seen as an advantage.
• Computer Science or Engineering related degree with background experience in a technical discipline would be seen as an advantage.

Why work for AtkinsRéalis?

People join us because they share a desire to be at the forefront of the ADS&T Business Unit and deliver outstanding projects.We empower our people to be the professional individuals they want to be, working on projects they feel proud of, making a difference to the world they live in and the legacy they leave behind.

We value diversity and believe that everyone deserves to thrive, without exception. We have signed the MoD's "Women in Defence" and "Women in Aviation and Aerospace" charters. These pledges include providing opportunities for women to succeed at all levels. We're also committed to being a Military friendly employer and have been recognised with the Ministry of Defence's (MoD) Gold Employer Recognition Award.

We develop individuals through a portfolio of training and development courses designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. We encourage participation in all forms of training and have an active programme of in-house as well as external training for all our staff.

Meeting your needs:

When you start with us, you'll enjoy "Total Reward" , a package that can be tailored to your lifestyle, career and personal needs. From flexible holidays to life assurance, health & wellbeing benefits, and career planning for the senior stage of your career.

Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview. And let's talk about any adjustments you might need.

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More about us:

AtkinsRéalis, is a top global consultancy with over 100 years of design and engineering expertise. With us, you'll be surrounded by the skills, knowledge and support to help you succeed. Together, we can deliver projects which have a positive, sustainable impact on the world.

AtkinsRéalis, is where UK professionals want to work and stay once they join. We're also a Silver Rating holder in the Aerospace & Defence sector, as per the Financial Times rating of the UK's leading management consultants.

Additional Information:

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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