We’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future.
At Portsmouth Water, we’re committed to delivering an exceptional visitor experience at the new Havant Thicket Reservoir. Our goal is to create a visitor centre that reflects the beauty and importance of this landmark project – a place where the community can connect with nature, learn about water sustainability, and enjoy the surrounding environment.
To achieve this, we’ll guide the project through every stage from design and procurement to construction and smooth transition into daily operations. Before work begins, we’ll also establish a comprehensive site management plan to ensure the highest standards of safety, quality, and environmental care throughout the build.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as NEC Project Manager for the Visitor Centre design and construction contracts, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the required quality.
* Oversee all project phases – design development, planning application, construction, commissioning, and handover into operations.
* Lead and coordinate the multidisciplinary project team, including QS, H&S, PMO, design, planning, procurement, finance, and commercial functions.
* Champion health, safety, wellbeing, quality, and environmental performance across all project activities.
* Scrutinise contractor submissions such as payment applications, programmes, compensation events, and early warnings.
* Chair coordination meetings with designers, contractors, and stakeholders to maintain alignment with Portsmouth Water’s values and project goals.
* Develop and manage key stakeholder relationships, securing agreement on project delivery plans and communicating progress clearly.
* Represent Portsmouth Water at stakeholder and public consultation meetings, ensuring transparency and collaboration.
* Work with AtkinsRealis and partners (Portsmouth Water Operations, Forestry England, Hampshire County Council, LPAs) to develop the Site Management and Recreation Plans.
* Plan and manage the transition into operations, including team mobilisation and procurement of operational contracts.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant planning, environmental, and statutory regulations, including CDM, Building Regulations, and Section 106 agreements.
* Provide regular progress reporting and governance papers to support informed decision‑making and maintain project accountability.
Skills, Qualifications & Experience
* Strong communication and team leadership skills.
* Good analytical skills with the ability to review and write technical specifications, procurement strategies, business cases, decision support papers and progress reports.
* Strong appreciation of risk management techniques, with experience of managing budgets for construction projects.
* Good knowledge of construction materials, processes and equipment.
* Excel/PowerPoint/Word/Teams proficiency.
* Experience of using Contract Management Software would be an advantage.
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field of study.
* More than 10 years of experience in design and construction management.
* Experience of leading design and build projects.
* NEC Contract Management Experience is essential.
* Chartered with a relevant institution (e.g., MICE, MIET).
* Project management qualification (PRINCE, APM or PMI).
* Retail, catering or visitor facilities experience would be an advantage.
* Full driving licence.
We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.
Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and actively encourage applications from all sections of society.
The Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.
What Can Portsmouth Water Offer You?
* Holidays Made Better – Enjoy 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore.
* A Pension That Works for You – We’ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.
* Performance Pays Off – You could earn a non‑contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance.
* Family Comes First – Whether you’re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we’ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.
* Peace of Mind, Always – Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.
* Comprehensive Wellbeing Support – Confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, and physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am–10pm, 7 days a week) using the HealthHero app.
* Additional Support When You Need It – Private Medical Insurance provided by Bupa gives you access to expert healthcare and 24/7 confidential support.
* PW Perks Treat Yourself! – Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits such as an Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year), Cycle to Work Scheme, Health Cash Plan, and more.
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