Principal​/Associate Planning and Socio-Economics Analyst​/Business case practitioner

Overview

Are you looking for a new opportunity, with a company that can provide not only a great working environment but also interesting and varied projects? AtkinsRéalis is a place where you can grow, develop and thrive. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge.

And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally.

We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life.

With continued project wins and a strong forward order book, we are looking for a Principal/Associate Economist / Analyst with experience in Local authority plan making; growth forecasting; employment and housing needs assessment (demand and supply); economic and socio-economic analysis, DCO and TWAO EIA and consenting projects to join our Team in London, though our projects are located across the UK and beyond.

This role represents an excellent opportunity to join a growing team with excellent career development opportunities for an enthusiastic candidate looking to progress their career to the next level. With opportunities to develop across all areas be it technical excellence, project management and leadership, there is a route for you with AtkinsRéalis. The role will likely include:

• Working collaboratively with a range of technical specialists on a broad range of projects.
• Leading and coordinating Socio-economic Screening, Scoping Assessments (EIA) and related consent documents.
• Providing critical review of EIA documents.
• Developing local plan evidence bases - local housing needs assessment, employment land review.
• Developing Infrastructure Delivery Plans.
• Leading on and supporting bids and tender opportunities.
• Acting as technical lead on projects.
• Engage with stakeholders and clients.
• Assisting in developing new areas of business.
• Project management.
• Mentoring support junior colleagues.

• Educated to a degree level in an economics / planning / geography / mathematics or related discipline, postgraduate qualification a plus.
• Enthusiastic and outgoing with a passion for the environment.
• Understanding of consenting and permitting across a range of project types/jurisdictions.
• Expertise in economic impact analyses for a broad range of assessments and client audiences.
• Expertise in business case making.
• Ability to adapt to change and work under pressure and deliver technical excellence.
• Excellent reporting /analytical skills.
• Experience of bids/tender preparation.
• Experience of delivering a project from bid to completion.
• Membership of professional body.
• Leading on the coordination and delivery of work being undertaken by multi‑disciplinary teams including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), options appraisals and environmental management.
• Collate and edit information from a range of sources to provide clear, well written reports.
• Competently undertake own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, on time and to budget.
• Able to manage clients' needs in a confident, professional manner.
• Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively.
• Lead and support on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team.
• Undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of chosen professional institute.

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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