Concession Technical Advisor Lead – [Water]
Atkinsréalis
Lead water concession advisory, drive revenue/EBIT, manage projects and client relationships.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
AE.Dubai.EmaarSq
Hybrid
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architectural Design and Engineering
Civil Design and Engineering
Structural Design and Engineering
Electrical Design and Engineering
Mechanical Design and Engineering
Transportation planning
Highways and bridges
Railroads and transit
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environment
Education
Aerospace
Security
Defence
Communications
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
account management
fee proposals
resource planning
technical excellence
bid management
business development
- Account Management & Strategy – Achieve performance targets for a group of Client accounts, as aligned with the Water, LRP and Business Plan, or support several Client Leads with the day-to-day management of their accounts. This includes achieving targets for P&L, revenue and account growth.
- Provide oversight and lead fee proposals and ensure fee proposals are competitive and profitable based on their extensive experience.
- Resource Management – Support the development of talent including delivery of 9-box grid, succession plans and training identification for the [Water] Water (supported by Capabilities).
- Leading the delivery of key TA appointments providing World Leading advice on PPP solutions and Concession delivery in the Region.
- Nationalization targets – Responsible for achieving required contribution to Nationalisation targets to ensure continued business operations and ICV (In Country Value).
- Resource Demand – Assist in the management of resources specific to the Water providing leadership in recruitment, retention and performance. Ensure resource is managed in line with the Overhead budget as provided during the business planning cycle. Support the strategic resource demand planning of Capability resources for cross business allocation.
- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.
- Technical Excellence – As required by the Water [Senior Director/Market Director], assist Project teams to deliver best-in-class deliverables for a specific Client, commission or project.
- Assisting/Overseeing/Managing a specific area of the Water, or key Client Leads.
- LRP & business plans – Facilitate the delivery and management of the [Water] business and LRP strategy. Provide monthly updates on progress against defined targets (Clients, EBIT, Revenue etc.).
- Represent the business at functions selling our expertise and Water knowledge.
- Business Development (cross selling) – Advise the [Senior Director/Market Director] on strategies for identifying new clients and or Water opportunities – both for the [Water] Water and holistically for AtkinsRéalis.
- Supporting/Leading/Overseeing win work, bidding and client management activities on behalf of the Water, or a specific area of the Water.
- Providing day-to-day support to ensure the Water runs smoothly including but not limited to strategy, client management, win work, project delivery, resource management and governance.
- Future Business Plan development – Assist in developing, drafting, gaining necessary approvals and implementing short, medium and long-term business plans for the Water.
- Supporting/Leading/Overseeing project teams to deliver best-in-class deliverables for clients and projects within the Concession TA space for [Water].
- Win Work Regional Bid Performance – Support the Water in achieving commission win rate of min 30% on bids submitted in line with the LRP target areas.
What you bring
water
middle east
p&l
15 years
degree
business development
- Proven track record of delivering complex consultancy projects to demanding clients based in KSA and UAE.
- Leadership & Vision (Accountable, Inspiring, Inclusive, Collaborative & Integrity) – Provide leadership and demonstrate positive AtkinsRéalis behaviours with performance defined by team feedback through pulse surveys and other feedback avenues (as prescribed by HR).
- Extensive experience delivering projects within the [Water], preferably in the Middle East.
- Excellent presentation skills.
- Background in [Water] – preferably client experience.
- Degree in a related discipline and/or Minimum 15 years’ experience.
- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
- Must have strong business management and operational delivery skills and be able to drive successful delivery, expert advisory and profitable growth for AtkinsRéalis across our Middle East business.
- Proven and strong client network in the [Water] Water across the GCC.
- Proven track record of delivering Technical Advisory and Transaction Advisory projects to clients within the Utilities environment.
- Direct experience in supporting the management of a successful P&L.
- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
- Regional SME (subject matter expert) for PPP and Concessions in [Water].
- Profit & Loss management capabilities.
- [Water] and Business Development knowledge.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
- Generous annual leave balance.
- Annual flight contribution.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Tax-free salary.
- Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations.
- Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
- Remote work opportunities outside of country.
- Flexible/hybrid work solutions.
- Relocation assistance.
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