AtkinsRéalis
Water Sector
AssociateDirector–NatureBasedSolutions
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“Associate Director – Nature Based Solutions at AtkinsRéalis. Skills: Nature-Based Solutions, Water Sector, Project Delivery, Client Engagement. Lead NBS delivery across water programmes. Drive feasibility and optioneering”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver integrated, high-quality solutions that improve water outcomes; de-risk regulatory approvals; demonstrate measurable environmental benefits across projects and portfolios; position AtkinsRéalis as a trusted partner in delivering sustainable water infrastructure; deliver projects safely and sustainably; delivering positive outcomes for clients, communities, and the environment; improve cost efficiency; enhance deliverability within regulated capital programmes; building capability in NBS delivery within the water sector; supporting growth across water company frameworks and strategic programmes; positioning AtkinsRéalis as a leading advisor in delivering NBS for water resilience, water quality, and sustainable infrastructure
Industry & Context.
Innovation & Problem‑Solving; applying multi-criteria assessment to identify robust, deliverable solutions; problem-solving
Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel for site visits, client meetings, and project commitments, Security clearance may be required, Proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer may be required for vetting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
A Bachelor's degree in a relevant environmental science, planning, or engineering discipline, Chartered status with a relevant professional body, Substantial experience in environmental consultancy, track record of successfully managing /coordinating and delivering complex NBS projects, Expert capabilities in NBS and reporting, scoping, coordinating specialist studies, producing high‑quality EIAR documentation, A commitment to quality assurance in report writing, data analysis, and technical review is critical, A track record of employing innovative approaches to improve environmental deliverables, client‑facing skills, effective communication, presentation, stakeholder management abilities, A proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships is crucial, experience contributing to successful project bids and proposals, commercial acumen, understanding of business priorities in consultancy project delivery, Excellent technical report writing and verbal communication skills in English, Ability to balance multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail, Full clean driving licence and willingness to travel
Nice to Have
NBS within regulated environments, lead technical teams, influence clients, grow a strategically important service area, digital NBS tools, GIS‑based analysis, NBS assessments such as feasibility studies and optioneering
What You'll Do.
Lead NBS delivery across water programmes
Drive feasibility and optioneering
Integrate NBS into engineering design
Ensure technical excellence and QA
Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs
Drive innovation and programme certainty
Manage specialist inputs
Lead project and programme management
Develop people and capability
Support business development and growth
Strengthen industry leadership
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams; Collaborate with process, civil, and hydraulic engineers; Lead collaboration across hydrology, geomorphology, ecology, process engineering, planning, GIS, and asset management teams; Build relationships with water companies, the Environment Agency, local authorities, and other stakeholders; Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture
Communication Scope
effective communication; presentation; stakeholder management abilities; Excellent technical report writing and verbal communication skills in English
Process & Methodology
Lead Project & Programme Management, Take responsibility for financial performance, programme delivery, and resource management across projects, Manage budgets, Ensure quality delivery aligned with project objectives
Full Job Description
### **Job Description** ## Overview AtkinsRéalis is delivering transformative change across the water sector, supporting utilities, regulators, and infrastructure providers to meet the challenges of climate change, water quality, and environmental resilience. Nature-Based Solutions (NBS) are now central to this agenda offering integrated, catchment-led approaches that complement engineered assets, enhance biodiversity, improve water quality, and deliver long-term value. Within the water industry, NBS is shifting from optional enhancement to core delivery, driven by regulatory expectations, carbon reduction targets, and the need to build more adaptable and resilient systems. We are seeking an Associate Director – Nature-Based Solutions, to join our growing Environment team at AtkinsRéalis UK. In this role, you will lead the delivery of NBS across major water sector programmes, including water and wastewater infrastructure. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, water company clients, and regulators to embed NBS from feasibility through to design and delivery. Success will be defined by your ability to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions that improve water outcomes, de-risk regulatory approvals, and demonstrate measurable environmental benefits across projects and portfolios. With a strong focus on supporting the water sector across the UK and Ireland. You will bring proven experience in delivering NBS within regulated environments, alongside the ability to lead technical teams, influence clients, and grow a strategically important service area. Working with water companies, regulators, and internal technical specialists, you will play a key role in shaping how NBS is embedded into asset planning, capital delivery, and long-term investment strategies. You will contribute to high-profile frameworks and programmes, helping position AtkinsRéalis as a trusted partner in delivering sustainable water infrastructure. In this role, you will lead by example
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