Overview
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We’re looking for an experienced Associate Director - Project Manager to join our thriving, multidisciplinary Water team across England and Wales. If you’re passionate about shaping infrastructure and have a strong background in both the water and defence sectors, this is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in delivering industry-defining projects.
Our teams are delivering some of the most significant infrastructure programmes in the UK and beyond, supporting local and national government, utilities, and other clients with high-profile, technically complex work.
In this leadership role, you’ll be a key figure in the development and growth of our water capability, with a particular focus on the defence sector.
Responsibilities
* Act as Framework Manager or deputy across several strategic water contracts
* Lead strategic growth of water services in the defence sector
* Manage multi-disciplinary projects from early design through to delivery
* Ensure timely, high-quality outcomes while meeting commercial targets
* Foster a strong health, safety and wellbeing culture
* Take ownership of quality management and project risk mitigation
* Serve as the key point of contact for client relationships
* Support business development through bids, proposals and strategic initiatives
* Mentor, line manage and develop staff across the team
* Collaborate across internal teams to drive cross-sector opportunities
Qualifications
* An honours or master’s degree (or equivalent qualification), or demonstrable equivalent experience
* A strong background in the UK water sector, ideally with experience in regulated frameworks
* Experience working in the defence sector and understanding its complexities
* Knowledge of or training in NEC3 contracts
* Familiarity with Construction Design and Management (CDM) Regulations, or equivalent experience
* A passion for mentoring and guiding junior team members in both project delivery and career development
* As some aspects of this role will be within the defence sector, the successful candidate must have previous UK Security Clearance or ability to obtain
Additional Information
We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds and abilities. For reasonable accommodations during the application process, contact us at ReasonableAccomodations@aecom.com. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About AECOM
AECOM is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services across the project lifecycle—from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. We are a Fortune 500 company committed to delivering sustainable legacies while prioritising equity, diversity, and inclusion.
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