Project Director Water Framework (AMP8)
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Hampshire (Hybrid / Regional Travel)
Permanent
Starting from £100k + Executive Package
A major joint venture delivering a flagship £1bn AMP8 capital works programme for Southern Water is looking to appoint a senior-level Project Director to lead the end-to-end delivery of a portfolio of water and wastewater projects across the South and Southeast.
This role sits within the senior leadership team of a long-term framework and is responsible for developing collaborative relationships, delivering commercial and operational performance, and ensuring best-in-class health, safety, and environmental outcomes.
The Project Director will provide strategic oversight and operational leadership across all stages of project lifecycle from design and procurement through to commissioning and handover.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the Project Director overseeing the successful delivery of major civil and M&E projects across the Southern Water framework
Foster a culture of collaboration, safety, and high performance across all delivery teams
Build and maintain strong working relationships with Southern Water and JV partners
Ensure projects are delivered in line with commercial targets, quality benchmarks, and regulatory compliance
Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary teams, embedding continuous improvement and innovation
Requirements
Proven experience as a Project Director or equivalent leadership role in infrastructure or regulated utilities
Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
Background in delivering large-scale frameworks or complex, multi-disciplinary programmes
Must have a technical background
Solid understanding of CDM regulations, NEC contracts, and construction risk management
Must have worked on projects of at least £50 million pounds
Degree or HND in a relevant engineering or construction discipline
APM, NEC PM Accreditation, or similar qualification desirable
Full UK Driving Licence required
This is a high-impact role that offers genuine influence on a long-term, nationally significant water programme. As Project Director, youll play a key role in shaping the delivery model and leaving a legacy of innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence.
Apply now or contact Intersect Global in confidence to learn more about this Project Director opportunity.
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