Job Description
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex water sector projects, either infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes, from concept through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual with proven experience in clean water and/or wastewater projects to manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure high-quality outcomes across all stages of the project lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
* Lead the full project lifecycle from feasibility, planning, and design through to delivery, commissioning, and close-out.
* Manage water-related infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects.
* Develop project plans including scope, budgets, resources, schedules, risk management strategies, and procurement strategies.
* Collaborate with internal teams, external contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure timely and within-budget project delivery.
* Oversee contract management, change control, and financial forecasting.
* Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) standards.
* Monitor and report on project performance using KPIs and progress reviews.
* Identify and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities throughout the lifecycle.
* Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery methodologies.
Requirements:
Essential:
* Proven track record in delivering water industry projects (clean water or wastewater) from cradle to grave.
* Experience in managing both below ground infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, mains, dams, reservoirs) and/or above ground non-infrastructure (e.g., treatment plant, upgrades, pumpstations) projects.
* Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP).
* Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders.
* Strong budgeting, cost control, and commercial acumen.
* Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.
* Understanding of relevant water industry regulations and health and safety standards.
Desirable:
* Experience working with UK water utilities or in regulated environments.
* Knowledge of NEC contracts (or equivalent).
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Project Management or a related field.
* Chartered status (e.g., MICE, MAPM) or working toward it.