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About Atkins (AtkinsRealis)
Founded in 1938 with over 500 professionals in Dubai, Atkins (now AtkinsRealis) is one of the world's leading design, engineering and project management consultancies. The firm designed the Dubai Metro Red and Green Lines — the world's longest driverless metro system — along with Dubai Opera and Corinthia Dubai.
Notable Dubai Projects
- Dubai Metro (Red & Green Lines) — world's longest driverless metro
- Dubai Opera — 2,000-seat multi-format performing arts centre
- Corinthia Dubai — luxury hotel in Meydan
Expertise
- Transport planning and rail systems design
- Architecture and urban design
- Structural and civil engineering
- Environmental and sustainability consulting
- Programme and project management
Why Choose Atkins
- 500+ professionals in Dubai alone
- Designed the Dubai Metro — city-defining infrastructure
- 85+ years of global engineering leadership
- Downtown Dubai office in Emaar Square
- Comprehensive multi-sector capability
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Services Offered
Key services Atkins (Member of SNC-Lavalin Group) provides for architecture & engineering firms clients in Dubai:
Why Choose Atkins (Member of SNC-Lavalin Group)
- One of the world's largest multidisciplinary engineering and design consultancies, now operating as AtkinsRéalis
- Founded as W. S. Atkins & Partners in 1938 (UK); over 50 years' presence in the UAE
- Acquired by SNC-Lavalin in 2017; the group rebranded as AtkinsRéalis in September 2023
- Track record on landmark Dubai projects including the Dubai Metro, Palm Jumeirah infrastructure, Museum of the Future and the Dubai Opera District
- End-to-end services across buildings, transport, water, nuclear and industrial, integrated with digital and net-zero capabilities
- Regional headquarters in Riyadh with a Dubai office in Emaar Square, Downtown Dubai
How Atkins (Member of SNC-Lavalin Group) Works
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Brief & feasibility
The team works with the client to define project objectives, scope and feasibility across engineering, architecture and advisory needs.
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Design & engineering
Multidisciplinary teams develop architecture, structural, civil and MEP engineering designs, with digital/BIM and sustainability integrated.
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Programme & cost management
Project, programme and cost management services oversee delivery, schedule and budget through the project lifecycle.
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Delivery & supervision
The firm supports construction delivery, site supervision and, where relevant, operations, maintenance and decommissioning.
Business Profile
Hours and pricing may change — confirm directly with the business before engaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Atkins now called AtkinsRéalis?
Yes. Atkins is part of SNC-Lavalin Group, which rebranded the whole organisation as AtkinsRéalis in September 2023. The Atkins name continues as a legacy brand within AtkinsRéalis.
What does Atkins (AtkinsRéalis) do?
It is a global multidisciplinary engineering and design consultancy. Its work spans buildings and places, transport, water, power, nuclear and industrial sectors, plus project management, advisory and digital services.
Is Atkins an architecture studio or an engineering consultancy?
It is a full multidisciplinary consultancy. Through its Buildings & Places capability it offers architecture, masterplanning and urban design alongside structural, civil and MEP engineering and project management under one roof.
Does Atkins have an office in Dubai?
Yes. AtkinsRéalis has a Dubai office in Emaar Square, Downtown Dubai, and has had a presence in the UAE for over 50 years. The group is regionally headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What Dubai projects has Atkins worked on?
AtkinsRéalis has been involved in landmark Dubai projects including the Dubai Metro, Palm Jumeirah infrastructure, the Museum of the Future and the Dubai Opera District.
Does Atkins handle authority approvals and project management?
Yes. The firm provides end-to-end services including project, programme and cost management, and engineering consultancy services that support delivery on large-scale developments.
Does Atkins design private villas?
Its work in the region focuses on large-scale, landmark and developer projects — infrastructure, transport, mixed-use and major buildings. For an individual private villa, a smaller boutique studio is usually more appropriate.
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