Careers for Ex-Military and Blue Light Services Professionals

AtkinsRéalis Major Projects inc.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UK is looking for professionals from military and blue light services backgrounds to join their team. The role involves leading multidisciplinary projects in sectors like nuclear energy and infrastructure, focusing on project management and engineering. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and experience in technical operations. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and development opportunities in a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Employee rewards

Broad range of benefits

Qualifications

• Proven leadership, problem-solving and decision-making skills from a military or emergency services background.
• Experience in project management, engineering or technical operations.
• Mechanical, electrical or HVAC engineering experience in critical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Engage with clients to understand project needs and provide solutions.
• Ensure safety and operational efficiency across project phases.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving abilities

Technical expertise

Tools

HVAC systems

Engineering systems

Job description

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Overview

At AtkinsRéalis, we are one of the world's leading design, engineering, and project management consultancies. We work on innovative and large‑scale projects across various sectors, including nuclear energy, defence, infrastructure, transport, and HVAC systems. We understand the value of the skills you gained from your time in the military or blue‑light services, and we’re committed to helping you transition into a successful civilian career.

The Opportunity

We are actively seeking individuals from military and emergency‑services backgrounds to join us across a range of roles. Your experience can translate into a rewarding career at AtkinsRéalis. Here are some of the projects you might work on:

• Nuclear Energy Projects – Design, construct, maintain, commission or decommission nuclear facilities, contributing to clean energy and national security.
• Defence Infrastructure – Upgrade military facilities, cyber‑security systems, or national defence logistics for the Ministry of Defence.
• Transport and Infrastructure – Improve railways, roads, and public transport systems.
• HVAC and Building Services – Design, install and commission heating, ventilation and air‑conditioning systems across critical infrastructure.
• Energy and Environment – Work on renewable projects such as wind farms, carbon‑reduction initiatives, nuclear decommissioning, waste management and energy‑efficient HVAC systems.

What We’re Looking For

We seek people with strong leadership skills, technical expertise and problem‑solving abilities. If you’ve served in the military or emergency services, you already possess the mindset and skill set to succeed at AtkinsRéalis. Key roles we are hiring for include:

• Project Management – Oversee complex engineering, construction or commissioning projects, managing budgets, schedules, risks and teams.
• Mechanical, Electrical & HVAC Engineering – Design, build and maintain infrastructure projects, energy systems or HVAC solutions.
• Commissioning and Operational Roles – Lead teams to ensure systems meet operational standards and regulatory requirements.
• Leadership and Operational Roles – Manage teams, logistics or crisis situations, ensuring projects run smoothly.

Your Role

• Lead or contribute to multi‑disciplinary teams delivering large‑scale projects on time and within budget.
• Engage with clients and stakeholders to understand project needs and provide innovative solutions.
• Ensure safety, risk management and operational efficiency across project phases, especially in high‑security or highly regulated sectors.
• Commission and validate complex mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems, ensuring they meet all performance, safety and regulatory standards.
• Apply strategic planning and problem‑solving skills to overcome project challenges and optimise delivery.

About You

• Proven leadership, problem‑solving and decision‑making skills from a military or emergency services background.
• Experience in project management, engineering or technical operations.
• Mechanical, electrical or HVAC engineering experience (e.g., systems, machinery, critical infrastructure).
• Familiarity with commissioning processes for building services or energy systems.
• Strong ability to manage risks, ensure safety and maintain operational excellence under pressure.
• Ability to work in cross‑functional teams, communicate effectively and build strong relationships.

Reward & Benefits

Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a broad range of benefits you can tailor to suit your health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Benefit from opportunities for training and professional development, a hybrid working culture, flexible holiday allowances and a supportive work environment.

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis is a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together with our industry partners, clients and global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can create a better future for our planet and its people.

Security Clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If necessary, this will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK for five years or longer. If applying to this role, please do not reference or include details of any current or previously held security clearance in your application or CV.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels they belong—a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities.