Associate Director
CompanyAtkinsRéalis
Location
London, England, United Kingdom
Employment TypeFull-time
Posted At4/29/2026
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Description
Overview
Want to be a part of shaping the future of transportation in the UK and across the wider world?
AtkinsRéalis UK Transportation business brings together the capabilities of our Rail and Transit, Rail Systems, Strategic and Regional Highway and Local Transport teams, into a single business of engineering professionals, transport planners and consultants. The unique breadth of services in Transportation, combined with our scale, makes AtkinsRéalis the leading UK transportation infrastructure consultancy. We create a culture and environment to inspire our people, ensure collaboration with our clients and continues to shape the future of Transport. AtkinsRéalis Transportation Division includes 3,000 people in the UK and over £500m annual turnover, delivering a wide portfolio of projects ranging from strategic advice through to major infrastructure schemes.
Our Rail and Transit Advisory Team, part of our wider Transport Advisory practice, specialises in shaping transport solutions to enable our clients to make strategic, data-driven and evidence-based decisions for their projects. We have expertise in project feasibility and early-stage scheme development, commercial strategy and business planning, demand and revenue modelling, fares, ticketing and retail, and transport economics and appraisal. Working alongside industry experts in a collaborative and highly motivated environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to influence the future of rail and transit schemes both in the UK and across the world.
Your role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic rail professional to join our Rail and Transit Advisory Team in London to drive growth in our rail planning and wider transport advisory capability. The successful candidate will have extensive industry expertise and a strong track record in delivering consultancy projects in the rail and transit advisory space. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of advisory services across the full spectrum of our service offer, encompassing project feasibility studies, commercial analysis and strategy development, demand & revenue forecasting, cost forecasting, economic appraisal, business case development and rail operations.
You will be responsible for building strong client relationships and driving growth in our portfolio of work, helping our clients advance, plan for and invest in sustainable transport and play a leading role in supporting Rail Reform activity in GB Rail. You will have a network of valuable contacts you can build on to support this. While rail and transit advisory services are the primary focus of the role, you will have the flexibility to apply your skills and experience across wider transport planning projects and geographies outside the UK.
This role will report to the Rail and Transit Advisory Practice Manager and will have responsibility for managing, developing and growing our dynamic London-based team. The successful candidate will have strong experience of working with colleagues across a multi-disciplinary business to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders in addition to external clients. This is a high-profile role within AtkinsRéalis where you will be responsible for providing transport advisory leadership into the wider business.
You will
Want to be a part of shaping the future of transportation in the UK and across the wider world?
AtkinsRéalis UK Transportation business brings together the capabilities of our Rail and Transit, Rail Systems, Strategic and Regional Highway and Local Transport teams, into a single business of engineering professionals, transport planners and consultants. The unique breadth of services in Transportation, combined with our scale, makes AtkinsRéalis the leading UK transportation infrastructure consultancy. We create a culture and environment to inspire our people, ensure collaboration with our clients and continues to shape the future of Transport. AtkinsRéalis Transportation Division includes 3,000 people in the UK and over £500m annual turnover, delivering a wide portfolio of projects ranging from strategic advice through to major infrastructure schemes.
Our Rail and Transit Advisory Team, part of our wider Transport Advisory practice, specialises in shaping transport solutions to enable our clients to make strategic, data-driven and evidence-based decisions for their projects. We have expertise in project feasibility and early-stage scheme development, commercial strategy and business planning, demand and revenue modelling, fares, ticketing and retail, and transport economics and appraisal. Working alongside industry experts in a collaborative and highly motivated environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to influence the future of rail and transit schemes both in the UK and across the world.
Your role
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic rail professional to join our Rail and Transit Advisory Team in London to drive growth in our rail planning and wider transport advisory capability. The successful candidate will have extensive industry expertise and a strong track record in delivering consultancy projects in the rail and transit advisory space. You will be responsible for leading the delivery of advisory services across the full spectrum of our service offer, encompassing project feasibility studies, commercial analysis and strategy development, demand & revenue forecasting, cost forecasting, economic appraisal, business case development and rail operations.
You will be responsible for building strong client relationships and driving growth in our portfolio of work, helping our clients advance, plan for and invest in sustainable transport and play a leading role in supporting Rail Reform activity in GB Rail. You will have a network of valuable contacts you can build on to support this. While rail and transit advisory services are the primary focus of the role, you will have the flexibility to apply your skills and experience across wider transport planning projects and geographies outside the UK.
This role will report to the Rail and Transit Advisory Practice Manager and will have responsibility for managing, developing and growing our dynamic London-based team. The successful candidate will have strong experience of working with colleagues across a multi-disciplinary business to build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders in addition to external clients. This is a high-profile role within AtkinsRéalis where you will be responsible for providing transport advisory leadership into the wider business.
You will
- Lead the delivery of rail and transit advisory projects.
- Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with agreed timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Identify, pursue and secure new business opportunities, including working with our Global market teams to expand our client base and service offerings.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients and internal stakeholders.
- Provide strategic direction and leadership to project teams, ensuring effective collaboration and communication.
- Provide expert advice to clients across our core service offering of project feasibility, rail policy, commercial strategy, demand, revenue and cost forecasting, economic analysis and business case preparation.
- Oversee the preparation of project documentation, including business cases, project plans, and progress reports.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, standards, and best practices.
- Drive continuous improvement in project delivery processes and methodologies.
- Proven track record in delivering transport advisory projects and schemes on time and to budget across our core service lines: project feasibility, transport market studies, demand & revenue forecasting, transport economics and appraisal, commercial analysis and contracting.
- Strong understanding of the UK transport sector, with a particular focus on the role of DfT, Network Rail and all national and sub national transport bodies in the UK rail industry.
- Good awareness of the changes underway to transition to GBR, and the impacts and opportunities rail reform presents across the sector.
- A network of client relationships that you can draw on to develop new business opportunities and win new work including key UK clients such as DfT, GBR, Network Rail, Train Operators, TfL and Combined Authorities.
- Experience in project leadership and team / line management, including development and mentoring of junior staff.
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.<
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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 ability. 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.
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 ability. 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.