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GEP Worldwide

Overview GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client's success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions. We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximise their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That's just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We're focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We're a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us. Are you one of us? GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team. What you will do The role of the Consulting Director is to identify, develop and manage client opportunities, ensuring that engagement work products and deliverables are of the highest quality to ensure client delight. You will direct the technical, business, and personnel aspects of consulting engagements and lead sales efforts both with existing clients and prospective ones. Apply your strategic consulting expertise in the areas of purchasing, supply chain management, Business process outsourcing and technology to take GEP to the next level and grow your own career! <ul> <li>Direct and manage the overall and day-to-day business and technical components of client projects from data collection to presentation of final deliverables.</li> <li>Assisting with Sales & Business Development activities.</li> <li>Working with senior management to develop selling tools for key clients.</li> <li>Manage relationships with clients, maintaining frequent and direct contact with CXO executives to provide flawless service.</li> <li>Identify, define, develop and implement techniques to improve engagement productivity, increase efficiency, mitigate risk, resolve issues and achieve cost savings for GEP and our clients</li> <li>Generate and manage revenue. P&L responsibility.</li> <li>Share in client, practice and performance management including project team management and the development of our team.</li> <li>Monitor and direct others to act in accordance with company initiatives, processes and methodology</li> </ul> What you should bring <ul> <li>8+ years relevant work experience in a management consulting firm with a minimum of two years recent similar expertise in sourcing and procurement required</li> <li>"Big 5" consulting experience highly preferred.preferred</li> <li>Demonstrated expertise in the successful delivery of consulting engagements with proven track record.</li> <li>Strong project / program management skills.</li> <li>Strong customer facing skills, ability to influence and motivate clients and employees, excellent oral and written communication & analytical skills, leadership skills, self-motivation</li> <li>Must be flexible to travel up to 30%.</li> <li>Should have a very strong academic record with a BA or BS from a top tier school.</li> <li>Proficient in MS office applications including Word, PowerPoint & Excel (ability to create formulae & to analyze data is required)</li> </ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?4kaojKT%2bAE6FuTiDQFG0rhtZIS1JJExMn" width="0" height="0" />

Director - Consulting

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 The opportunity
 
 
 
 We currently are seeking a highly motivated Manager to lead client engagement teams, work with a wide variety of clients to deliver professional services and participate in business development activities on strategic and global priority accounts.
 
 
 Our Supply Chain &amp; Operations team members provide insights into Procurement transformation covering:
 
 
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 Spend Management &ndash; cost optimisation, category management, strategic sourcing
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 Procurement Operating Model Transformation
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 Procurement Digitalisation
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 Procurement Operations
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 ESG
 
 
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 This team focuses on helping clients run their supply chains effectively in order to improve their business performance
 
 
 
 Your Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 As a Manager your key role will be to lead large transformational client engagements as well as internal projects. Drawing on your knowledge, skills and experience, you will establish valued relationships with external clients at the &lsquo;&rsquo;C&rsquo;&rsquo; level. You will lead large global and regional bids, proposals and thought leadership. You will lead teams at our clients, supporting them with improving their business performance. You will be responsible for presenting executive summary findings to enact change. You will manage multiple EY colleagues across levels and client team members. You will review other&rsquo;s work to ensure it is of a high quality. You will mentor others as they progress in their own career.
 
 
 
 Skills And Attributes For Success
 
 
 
 
 To qualify for the role, you must have:
 
 
 
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 Strong experience and track record of leading successful procurement transformations in industry or consulting
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 Experience of managing staff on multiple projects and providing direction to team members
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 5+ years&rsquo; experience at a tier 1 consultancy
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 Outstanding academic record to at least Batchelor degree level
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 Experience and passion for one of Digital solutions and trends, operating model development, third-party spend management, ESG, or leading supply chain solutions
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 Excellent communications skills including verbal, written, and presentation skills
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 Entrepreneurial flare and the ability to identify business opportunities and cross sell different services and/or products
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 Arabic speaking and reading an advantage but not essential
 
 
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 Ideally, you&rsquo;ll also have:
 
 
 
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 An analytical mindset
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 A change mindset
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 A continuous learning mindset
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 A teaming mindset
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 The ability to travel across the region
 
 
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 What We Look For
 
 
 
 Alongside your comprehensive and proven technical expertise you will also be a born leader with a passion for:
 
 
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 Developing people through effectively supervising, coaching, and mentoring all levels of staff
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 Conducting performance reviews and contribute to performance feedback for all levels of staff
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 Contributing to our people initiatives that include recruiting and retaining our professionals
 
 
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 What Working At EY Offers
 
 
 
 We offer a competitive compensation package where you will be rewarded based on your performance and recognised for the value you bring to the business. We also offer:
 
 
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 Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
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 Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
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 The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that&rsquo;s right for you
 
 
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 About EY
 
 
 
 EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets.
 
 
 Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate.
 
 
 Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.
 
 
 
 If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
 
 
 
 
 Build your legacy with us.
 
 
 
 
 Apply now.
 
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Senior Manager/ Director - Business Consulting - SC & Operations - UAE

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are currently seeking for passionate and dynamic guest focused Front Office professionals who pride themselves on their ability to deliver extraordinary levels of customer service and provide creative solutions to our guests.
 
 
 As an Assistant Director of Front Office you are responsible for assisting the Director of Front Office in leading and managing all sections of the Front Office Department in order to ensure the highest standards of service, whereby your role will include key responsibilities such as-
 
 
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 Monitor Front Office employees to ensure guests receive prompt, warm attention and personal recognition
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 Inform other operating departments, notably Housekeeping, of all Front Office matters that concerns them
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 Establish and maintain effective employee relations
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 Assist the Director of Front Office in employee related matters such as appraising and consulting
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 Assist in the preparation of statistical, performance and forecast reports as necessary in order
 
 
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 to facilitate annual budget and strategic plan preparation and provide management with marketing information
 
 
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 Assist in monitoring and controlling, on an on-going basis, department costs to ensure performance against budget
 
 
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 Education, Qualifications &amp; Experiences
 
 
 
 You should ideally have a degree in the hospitality field with at least three years previous experiences in the Front Office Department within a hotel environment. You must also have fluency in both written and spoken English and an immaculate personal presentation along with the ability to solve problems effectively. You must have knowledge of up selling and maximizing revenues techniques, computer literacy and knowledge of Opera will be highly regarded.
 
 
 
 Knowledge &amp; Competencies
 
 
 
 The ideal candidate will be a positive and proactive individual with an outgoing, charismatic and approachable character, combined with a high aptitude for customer care, strong leadership skills and the capability to motivate and guide others. You have the ability to develop and build relationships easily, while possessing following additional competencies-
 
 
 Understanding the Business
 
 
 Influencing Outcomes
 
 
 Planning for Business
 
 
 Team Building
 
 
 Valuing Diversity
 
 
 Leading People
 
 
 Adaptability
 
 
 Drive for Results
 
 
 Customer Focus
 
 
 Managing Operations
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Assistant Director of Front Office

Talan

Company Description Talan is a global consulting group specializing in innovation and transformation through technology. For over 20 years, we have partnered with companies and public organizations to drive meaningful change. We are purpose-driven, working across diverse sectors to tackle social and environmental challenges, simplify and improve market operations, leverage digital transformation, and ensure that data is managed responsibly and ethically. Our expertise spans consultancy and outsourcing services, including programme management, market design, and governance. We also offer award-winning capabilities in cyber security, data privacy, and digital transformation. We are currently seeking a Smart Metering Systems Project Director to join our team. Job Description The Smart Metering Systems Project Director will lead the delivery of the Smart Metering ecosystem, encompassing Meters, communications services, Head-End System (HES), and Meter Data Management System (MDMS). The role ensures seamless integration between operational and IT systems, high-quality field deployment, and reliable data flow from devices to enterprise platforms. It requires strong technical acumen, vendor coordination, and programme leadership within large-scale utilities or smart grid transformation initiatives. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Oversee the full lifecycle delivery of Meters, communications services, HES, and/or MDMS systems, ensuring technical alignment and performance.</li> <li>Manage multi-vendor relationships and integration across system components.</li> <li>Coordinate planning, logistics, testing, and operational readiness activities.</li> <li>Ensure cybersecurity, scalability, and compliance with regulatory and performance standards.</li> <li>Supervise data integrity, validation, and transfer between HES, MDMS, and downstream systems.</li> <li>Report progress, risks, and dependencies to the Programme Manager and CTO.</li> <li>Drive continuous improvement and innovation across solution components.</li> </ul> Qualifications <ul> <li>12+ years of experience in utilities, energy, or large-scale smart metering or AMI projects.</li> <li>Proven leadership across multiple technology domains (Meters, communications services, HES, MDMS, or related systems).</li> <li>Strong understanding of communication protocols (DLMS/COSEM), data integration, and cybersecurity.</li> <li>Experience managing multi-vendor delivery and technical integration in complex environments.</li> <li>Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and delivery governance skills.</li> <li>Engineering, IT, or related technical degree; PMP, MPM, or MSP certification beneficial.</li> </ul><img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HLCynLjJI3sHvSxxmDtYf10HY%2bp%2bTjkNv" width="0" height="0" />

Smart Metering Systems Project Director

Creative Artists Agency

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Description
</h2>THE AGENCY
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is a leading entertainment and sports agency, with global expertise in filmed and live entertainment, digital media, publishing, sponsorship sales and endorsements, media finance, consumer investing, fashion, brand management and consumer product licensing, and philanthropy. Distinguished by its culture of collaboration and exceptional client service, CAA&rsquo;s diverse workforce identifies, innovates, and amplifies opportunities for the people and organizations that shape culture and inspire the world. The trailblazer of the agency business, CAA was the first to build a sports business, create an investment bank, launch a venture fund, found technology start-up companies, establish a philanthropic arm, build a business in China, form brand marketing services division, and launch a family office advisory practice, among other innovations. Named Most Valuable Sports Agency by Forbes for nine consecutive years, CAA represents more than 3,000 of the world&rsquo;s top athletes in football, baseball, basketball, hockey, and soccer, in addition to coaches, on-air broadcasters, and sports personalities and works in the areas of property sales and sponsorships, media advisory, brand consulting, venue development and strategic advisory, and executive search.
Founded in 1975, CAA is headquartered in Los Angeles, and has offices in New York, London,
Nashville, Munich, Shanghai, Beijing, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Singapore, Toronto, Denver, Charlotte, Jacksonville, and Atlanta, among other locations globally.
OVERVIEW
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Account Director to join our award-winning global Brand Consulting team and support a key client across their global partnership portfolio.
We are seeking a senior marketing consultant with experience developing and delivering activation strategies for brands in sport, entertainment and culture. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate their understanding and capabilities leading and managing 360 sponsorship campaigns across a range of disciplines including rights management, experiential, digital, content and communications.
THE ROLE
This is an exciting role servicing one of Brand Consulting&rsquo;s flagship accounts in the UAE region.
The client is based in Abu Dhabi, but the account is led out of our UK office. Working in partnership with the London team, the UAE-based Account Director will provide thought leadership, strategic advisory, meticulous planning, in-market expertise and communication with the client in real time.
Working alongside a Vice President and Account Manager, the Account Director will need to draw upon their knowledge and experience, to help advise and guide the client on creative strategies and impactful activations for their brand partnerships and sponsorships.
We are looking for someone that can not only demonstrate the requisite experience and skils to execute the deliverables in our scope of work, but to also bring a commercial mindset to the role and be proactive when it comes to growth opportunities in the region.
Main Responsibilities to include, but limited to:
<ul><li>Must be able to be present in the client&rsquo;s Abu Dhabi office 3 days a week
</li><li>Develop and manage relationships with key clients, suppliers and stakeholders in-market.
</li><li>Consult and advise client on best practices and processes to optimise sponsorship investments.
</li><li>Ensure alignment, connectivity, and clear lines of communication between client and UK team.
</li><li>Assist UK team on cultural nuances and insights to aid strategic and creative development.
</li><li>Assist Vice President in developing actionable strategies that maximise partnership rights. and assets and aligns with brand and business objectives.
</li><li>Local market lead for all campaign activation, measurement and reporting.
</li><li>Develop global market guidelines and toolkits to manage and optimise rights and assets.
</li><li>Attend events, host clients, network and oversee on-ground activity as required.
</li><li>Monitoring latest trends in sport, digital and technology in market.
</li><li>Contribute to organic growth of the account where necessary.
</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
<ul><li>Must have significant agency or in-house experience at a client/campaign lead level.
</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and best in class client servicing, account handling and project management.
</li><li>Experience leading 360 global brand partnership campaigns.
</li><li>A natural communicator with the ability to build relationships at every level with ease.
</li><li>Demonstrable exposure to strategic decision making, campaign planning, communications, asset development and amplification and event management is vital.
</li><li>A keen interest / experience in sport is advantageous but not critical.
</li><li>Experience liaising with and managing partnerships in the UAE alongside local market teams.
</li><li>Must have an organised and detail-oriented approach with the ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines, juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
</li><li>Team player that loves to collaborate but with the ability to work autonomously.
</li><li>Creative flair with a passion for ideas and innovative thinking.
</li><li>Confident presentation skills, verbal and written with a strong attention to detail.
</li></ul>#LI-DNI</div>

Account Director - UAE

ACCA Careers

Job Description Department: Tax Designation: Senior Consultant Reports to: Manager/Senior Manager/Director/Partner - depends on project Typical Experience/Qualifications <ul> <li>ADIT/Accounting (CA, ACCA, CPA) or legal qualification, with at least 4 years of international corporate tax consulting/ M&A experience.</li> </ul> Job Role And Responsibilities <ul> <li>Participates in proposals for tax projects and multifunctional projects including proposal writing, co-ordination with other parties for inputs into the proposal, part of the team interacting with clients during the entire proposal process on occasion.</li> <li>Delivers high quality tax engagements for manager / partner review in a timely manner.</li> <li>Starts to build relationships with other functions and network offices, as well as lawyers investment managers and other relevant external contact network.</li> <li>Co-ordinates with other offices in a multi-office engagement, and reviews inputs received from such offices such that the overall deliverable can be provided to senior management for review in a timely manner.</li> <li>Is aware of and ensures that risk processes are adhered to at all times; consults internally and with the risk team for engagement and or client processes that deviate from the standard.</li> <li>For projects that the senior associate is a part of, ensures that practice management is up-to-date at all times including prompt submission of timesheets, client files, billing, collection, WIP review, payouts to other offices, multi-firm engagement documentation and closure of engagements on the system.</li> <li>Communicates regularly with the partner / director on client, people, risk and practice management aspects and seeks inputs on all key decisions and issues.</li> </ul> Relevant Skills And Behaviors Core and technical skills <ul> <li>Basic to good knowledge and experience in international corporate tax including international holding structures, tax treaty network, fund structuring, tax policy and tax risk management.</li> <li>Basic to good knowledge and experience in tax due diligence.</li> <li>Basic to practical knowledge of tax accounting, transfer pricing and International Executive Services related tax principles.</li> <li>Basic experience in business development, client relationship and client management.</li> <li>Assist Partner and Director in identifying targets, assist in preparing action plan for developing the client and implementation of the plan able to identify opportunities for cross selling work of other functions.</li> <li>Good risk management knowledge and application including documentation, ability to escape issues quickly to risk management specialists for resolution, incorporating risk management into work environment such that it is a part of the inherent process of engagement delivery.</li> <li>Basic to good practice management skills including debtors, timesheets, billing, follow up on recovery with clients.</li> <li>Good report writing skills including ability to write simple tax reports and opinions.</li> <li>Good project management skills including coordinating with multiple teams across various jurisdictions.</li> </ul> Person Specifications <ul> <li>Good academic record.</li> <li>Excellent oral and written communication skills (report writing, presentations).</li> <li>Good interpersonal and teamwork skills.</li> <li>Fluent English - Verbal & written, Arabic skills are an added advantage.</li> </ul> Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance Industries: Accounting<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?rdlfFN6Y5WyJZSawznTVY0yV3fWD%2fW%2b8q" width="0" height="0" />

Senior Consultant - Corporate Tax

AtkinsRéalis

<div>AtkinsR&eacute;alis is looking for a Project Director &ndash; Civils &amp; Stations in Dubai, UAE.
About AtkinsR&eacute;alis
Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, AtkinsR&eacute;alis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory &amp; environmental services, intelligent networks &amp; cybersecurity, design &amp; engineering, procurement, project &amp; construction management, operations &amp; maintenance, decommissioning and capital. The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear and Capital. News and information are available at www.atkinsrealis.com or follow us on LinkedIn.
Learn more about our career opportunities at: https://careers.atkinsrealis.com
The Project Director will lead the delivery of civil works and station construction for a major rail infrastructure project. This includes overseeing design, construction, stakeholder coordination, and ensuring compliance with international standards. The role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage complex interfaces between civil and rail systems.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of civil and station works, ensuring alignment with project goals, timelines, and budgets.</li><li>
Act as the primary liaison with clients, contractors, consultants, and government authorities.</li><li>
Supervise design reviews, construction activities, and ensure integration with other rail systems (signaling, telecom, MEP, etc.).</li><li>
Enforce HSE standards, conduct audits, and ensure adherence to international railway and construction standards (e.g., EN50126, EN50121, EN50122).</li><li>
Manage contracts, claims, variations, and ensure financial control and risk mitigation.</li><li>
Build and lead multidisciplinary teams including engineers, planners, and site managers.</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul><li>
Location - UAE (Abu Dhabi / Dubai / Sharjah).</li><li>
Industry - Rail / Infrastructure / Civil Engineering.</li><li>
Minimum 20+ years of experience required (with at least 5 years in high-speed rail or large-scale civil infrastructure projects).</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li>
Chartered Engineer status or equivalent is a plus.</li><li>
Proven experience in high-speed rail or large-scale infrastructure projects in the GCC.</li><li>
Strong knowledge of international railway standards and civil engineering principles.</li><li>
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.</li><li>
Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.</li></ul>
Why choose AtkinsR&eacute;alis?<ul><li>
Tax-free salary.</li><li>
Comprehensive life insurance coverage.</li><li>
Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.</li><li>
Generous annual leave balance.</li><li>
Remote work opportunities outside of country.</li><li>
Flexible/hybrid work solutions.</li><li>
Company gratuity scheme.</li><li>
Discretionary bonus program.</li><li>
Annual flight contribution.</li><li>
Relocation assistance.</li><li>
Transportation &amp; housing allowances: Available for remote work locations.</li><li>
Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.</li></ul>
Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.
AtkinsR&eacute;alis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforces. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.
Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.
We pursue this commitment by:<ul><li>
Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.</li><li>
Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.</li><li>
Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.</li></ul></div>

Project Director – Civils & Stations

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