Engineering Management Team Lead (West)

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Team Lead, Engineering Management to join the Engineering Management Office (EMO). In this role, you will provide leadership, guidance, and coordination for a growing team of approximately 20 Engineering Managers who are assigned across a diverse portfolio of projectsAs a functional leader within the Centre of Excellence, you will be responsible for promoting excellence in engineering management practices, supporting team development, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring consistent application of processes, tools, and governance requirementsWorking closely with the Director of Operations and other business leaders, you will help strengthen organizational capability while supporting successful project delivery across the businessTeam Leadership & People Development:Provide day-to-day leadership, mentorship, and guidance to Engineering Managers assigned to projectsFoster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team environment that promotes accountability and continuous improvementSupport employee development through coaching, performance feedback, career planning, and succession planning activitiesIdentify development opportunities and facilitate training, knowledge sharing, and best practice adoption across the Engineering Management communitySupport recruitment, onboarding, and resource development activitiesEngineering Management Practice Leadership:Promote consistent application of engineering management processes, procedures, tools, and standards across projectsServe as the primary point of contact for Engineering Managers seeking guidance on project execution, governance, stakeholder management, and engineering delivery challengesFacilitate lessons learned, knowledge management activities, and continuous improvement initiativesContribute to the development and maintenance of engineering management frameworks, templates, and best practicesOperational Excellence & Governance:Support implementation of corporate, sector, and business unit initiatives within the Engineering Management functionMonitor compliance with engineering management governance requirements, quality processes, and project delivery standardsIdentify process improvement opportunities and lead initiatives that enhance efficiency, consistency, and project outcomesRemove barriers and escalated issues that may affect team effectiveness or project performanceResource & Workforce Management:Assist with resource planning and workforce forecasting for Engineering Managers across the portfolioSupport assignment of Engineering Managers based on project requirements, skills, experience, and development objectivesMonitor workload balancing and capacity utilization to ensure effective deployment of resourcesIdentify capability gaps and support hiring plans to address current and future business needsProject Delivery Support:Provide advisory support to Engineering Managers on complex project issues, risks, stakeholder management, and project execution strategiesMonitor the overall health and effectiveness of engineering management activities across the project portfolioSupport implementation of project delivery best practices and consistent approaches to planning, monitoring, reporting, and risk managementCollaborate with Project Directors, Project Managers, and Discipline Leaders to ensure successful project outcomesBusiness & Strategic Initiatives:Lead and support strategic initiatives that enhance the Engineering Management practice and overall project delivery capabilityRepresent the Engineering Management function within leadership forums, working groups, and cross-functional initiativesSupport business planning, organizational development, and change management effortsChampion innovation, digital tools, and operational improvement initiatives across the organizationKey Success Factors:Establishes a high-performing Engineering Management communityPromotes consistency and excellence in engineering management practicesDevelops and mentors Engineering Managers to achieve their full potentialSuccessfully implements corporate and operational improvement initiativesSupports effective resource utilization and workforce planningEnhances project delivery performance through collaboration, coaching, and governance leadershipStrong understanding of engineering project delivery, governance processes, risk management, and organizational best practicesDemonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and developing technical professionalsMinimum 15 years of engineering, project delivery, or engineering management experienceProfessional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or equivalent professional accreditation preferredExceptional leadership, communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skillsProven ability to influence, build consensus, and drive organizational changeSignificant experience serving as an Engineering Manager on complex projectsPMP certification or equivalent project management credentials are considered an assetBachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical disciplineStrong problem-solving, decision-making, and strategic thinking abilities
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