Project Manager – Major Projects
Location: Falmer with travel to various locations; driving licence essential.
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent.
Hours: 37.
Salary: to be discussed at the screening stage.
Job Overview
We’re recruiting for several roles, each responsible for delivering a specific package of work within a wider project workstream, reporting into the Programme Manager. These roles will support major infrastructure programmes including Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC) or Specified Infrastructure Project Regulations (SIPR) initiatives and our Development Consent Order (DCO) workstream, which enables the delivery of Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects. You’ll lead on scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and procurement to meet critical project milestones.
Responsibilities Will Include
* Leading the delivery of your workstream package through planning, risk management, and governance
* Supporting the development of commercial models and procurement strategy (including £1bn+ tender design)
* Coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, finance, procurement and legal
* Managing stakeholder relationships across internal teams, suppliers, regulators and other industry bodies
* Ensuring the delivery of high-quality project information, performance reporting and financial forecasting
Essential
* Experience delivering projects within infrastructure, engineering or construction environments
* Exposure of working in regulated or multi-stakeholder environments
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
* Good commercial awareness, including budget and performance management
* Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and clear communication
* Ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
Desirable
* Degree (or equivalent experience) in Science, Engineering or Project/Programme Management
* Knowledge of third-party finance models (e.g. PFI or PPP)
* Understanding of engineering or construction contracts
* Professional membership (or working towards) such as APM
* Experience working on Development Consent Order (DCO) projects
Our Commitment to Diversity
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on any protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
Additional Information
In line with Southern Water’s security requirements, successful candidates will be required to provide evidence of their identity, eligibility to work in the UK, criminal record check (DBS) and verification of their employment and/or education history.
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