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AtkinsRéalis · 2 months ago

GTC Sustainability & Environment Lead

GB.Manchester - The Exchange

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

15+ years exp

AtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization committed to leading clients towards a better future for the planet. The Sustainability & Environment Lead will oversee the S&E practice in India, ensuring high-quality project delivery and fostering client relationships while driving business growth and innovation.

Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyInfrastructureInnovation ManagementMiningTransportation

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead the Sustainability and Environment (S&E) practice for AtkinsRéalis in India and support the Consulting, Strategy & Advisory (CS&A) capability practice

Lead the development and implementation of the S&E team strategy to ensure its continued growth, technical excellence and positioning in the marketplace as a trusted advisor

Oversee the successful delivery of projects, ensuring delivery on time, on budget, and to the highest quality

Lead business development and bidding activities for the team, supporting key regional markets such as the Middle East (ME) and liaising with the UK

Ensure the continued commercial success of the S&E team and contribute towards the sustained financial performance (utilization) of the team

Strengthen and expand the team’s capabilities, service offerings, project pipeline, and market reputation

Serve as the client-facing lead on selected projects and opportunities in key regional markets, fostering client care, maintaining existing relationships, and cultivating new ones

Ensure ongoing client satisfaction and retention, driving repeat business while also developing new client relationships

Independently lead and manage the S&E team to support key regional markets, including the ME with supporting the UK

Oversee project execution and task delivery, managing day-to-day operations, team utilization, and resource allocation to meet regional requirements

Ensure technical excellence and high-quality outputs through rigorous review and QA/QC of S&E team’s deliverables

Ongoing assessment and consideration of current and potential new service lines within S&E to ensure they are fit-for-purposes and aligned with key market expectations

Provide clear career development pathways for S&E staff, monitor and track performance goals and conduct performance reviews

Provide technical leadership, guidance and mentorship to team members, contributing towards raising & promoting the level of technical excellence

Assess the competency of the S&E team, ensure succession planning is embedded in the team and provide L&D opportunities including professional membership and chartership

Lead and oversee select projects and bids independently, ensuring strategic alignment and quality delivery

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across AtkinsRéalis to support complex regional projects and integrated solutions

Build and maintain strong client relationships to drive business growth and generate new opportunities

Foster client retention through proactive engagement and high-quality service delivery

Champion innovation and digital transformation by introducing technologies and process improvements that enhance efficiency and client value, while promoting a forward-thinking approach to sustainable solutions

Qualification

Sustainability standards accreditationLeadership experienceProject managementClient relationship managementTechnical expertiseCoaching skillsInnovationDigital transformationCommunicationTeam management

Required

Degree in relevant subject matter expertise (e.g., architecture, engineering, sustainability, environment, etc.)

A minimum of 15 years of professional experience in a similar industry, within the consulting environment

Minimum 5 years strong management experience, leading a team of S&E subject matter experts

Accreditation and experience with leading sustainability and environmental standards, including LEED, Estidama, WELL, Envision, BREEAM, Chartered Environmentalist (CEnv), and Certified Energy Manager (CEM)

Proven leadership experience in managing large, multidisciplinary teams across diverse areas of sustainability and environmental services (e.g., sustainability certifications, corporate sustainability and ESG, energy modelling, waste management, climate advisory, environmental assessments, EIAs, etc.)

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

Demonstrated excellence in providing high-quality client service

Strong track record in leading diverse teams, aligning them with strategic goals, and managing performance and resources effectively

Balance technical expertise with people management skills, including coaching, performance management, and resource allocation

High level of technical expertise with experience in numerous complex and prestigious projects

Collaborate with S&E leads in key regions (e.g., Middle East and UK) to deliver high-quality services and strengthen AtkinsRéalis' reputation as a trusted sustainability and environmental partner

Skilled in communicating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders, including clients and regional leadership

Manage multiple client projects and relationships, driving repeat business and identifying new opportunities for growth

Support development of team strategies and creation of detailed plans in collaboration with key regions

Manage resources, budgets, and timelines

Leading creation / implementation of technical innovation to drive efficiencies across the business

Identify market trends, assess potential disruptions, and lead the development of long-term innovation plans

Independently lead and manage the S&E team to support key regional markets, including the ME with supporting the UK

Oversee project execution and task delivery, managing day-to-day operations, team utilization, and resource allocation to meet regional requirements

Ensure technical excellence and high-quality outputs through rigorous review and QA/QC of S&E team's deliverables