Associate Practice Director

Job Description

Job Description

We're AtkinsRalis, 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. Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, we are a world-leading professional services company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors.

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The Associate Practice Manager will be responsible for overseeing and managing the project control functions for complex and high-stakes projects. This role requires advanced and specialized knowledge and skills to deliver complex assignments and projects. The Delivery Manager will lead client projects or functional teams, manage important resources, navigate complex negotiations, and address high-risk and complex issues. This position serves as a point of reference for peers due to the level of specialization and experience in interpreting client or functional technical issues and recommending best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

- Leadership and Strategy:Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Project Controls team, aligning project control activities with the overall goals and objectives of the organization.
- Develop and implement project control processes, tools, and best practices to improve project delivery and performance.
- Work closely with senior management and other stakeholders to define project control strategies and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Review of our Key Account Management Plans for all key clients.

Cost Monitoring and Controls:

- Develop and maintain project cost management systems, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost reporting.
- Ensure accurate and timely cost control, cost estimating, and financial reporting for all projects.
- Analyse cost variances and trends, and work with project managers to implement corrective measures.

Planning and Scheduling:

- Oversee the development of project schedules, including planning, baseline creation, monitoring, and updating.
- Ensure accurate scheduling practices are in place and that schedules are integrated with cost and resource plans.
- Lead the analysis of schedule variances and recommend corrective actions to ensure project timelines are met.

Performance Reporting:

- Oversee the preparation and presentation of regular project performance reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure project performance, including cost, schedule, quality, and risk.
- Ensure effective communication of project status, issues, and risks to stakeholders.

Team Development and Leadership:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing project controls team, including planners, schedulers, cost controllers, and risk managers.
- Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team environment, promoting professional development and continuous improvement.
- Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and manage team resources effectively.
- Deliver excellent client service on our commissions through quality assurance and regular client care.
- Unlock talent and develop next generation of leaders.
- Develop mentor and support your teams on project / technical delivery.

Process Improvement:

- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in project controls processes and systems.
- Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness in project delivery.
- Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices, and ensure the organization is leveraging leading-edge project controls methodologies.

Stakeholder Engagement:

- Collaborate with project managers, engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure project control practices are fully integrated into project planning and execution.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate successful project outcomes.

Qualifications:

- Masters/bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 15 - 20 years of experience in project controls, with at least 5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
- Strong understanding of project management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Primavera P6, Ecosys, MS Project, Earned Value Management).
- Proven experience in large-scale capital projects, infrastructure, construction, or engineering environments.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to influence and drive change across multiple levels of the organization.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Relevant certifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP), AACE's Certified Cost Professional (CCP), or PMI's Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP) are preferred.

What We Can Offer You:

- Varied, interesting and meaningful work.
- A hybrid working environment with flexibility and great opportunities.
- Opportunities for training and, as the team grows, career progression or sideways moves.
- An opportunity to work within a large global multi-disciplinary consultancy on a mission to change the ways we approach business as usual.

Why work for AtkinsRalis

We at AtkinsRalis are committed to developing its people both personally and professionally. Our colleagues have the advantage of access to a high ranging training portfolio and development activities designed to help make the best of individual's abilities and talents. We also actively support staff in achieving corporate membership of relevant institutions.

Meeting Your Needs:

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Making sure you're supported is important to us. So, if you identify as having a disability, tell us ahead of your interview, and we'll discuss any adjustments you might need.

Additional Information:

We are an equal opportunity, drug-free employer 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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