Job Description
Permanent Project Manager – Water Framework (Northumbria Water)
Salary: Up to £70,000 + Company Car + Healthcare + Pension
Location: North East (with occasional travel/overnights)
Employer: Civil and Ground Engineering contractor- Long-term framework work + great development
Are you an experienced Project Manager in the water sector looking for a long-term, rewarding opportunity?
BCS connect are working exclusively with a respected civil engineering contractor, to appoint a Permanent Project Manager to support delivery across the Northumbria Water Framework.
This is a brilliant chance to join a stable, well-established business with an excellent reputation in major infrastructure and utilities projects.
The Role
You will lead the successful delivery of water infrastructure projects — ensuring works are completed safely, on time and to budget.
Key responsibilities:
Managing projects from pre-construction to completion
Leading site teams, subcontractors & resources
Ensuring compliance with H&S/CDM regulations
Cost control, commercial management & reporting
Working closely with stakeholders & Northumbria Water
Promoting continuous improvement & best practice
You must be comfortable with some work away from home when required.
What We’re Looking For
You will ideally have:
Proven experience as a Project Manager within the water sector
Strong understanding of civils, utilities and water infrastructure
Background delivering on water frameworks (essential)
Strong leadership, communication & problem-solving skills
Commercial awareness and excellent programme delivery capability
Flexibility to travel and work away occasionally
What’s On Offer
Salary up to £70,000 DOE
Company Car or Allowance
Healthcare
Pension
Long-term work on the Northumbria Water Framework
Strong progression opportunities within a respected contractor
If you’re looking for stability, progression and the chance to deliver meaningful infrastructure improvements, we’d love to speak with you