Delivery Manager – Environment
Galliford Try is seeking a Delivery Manager to lead project delivery within our Environment Business, based in or around Normanton. The role reports to the Senior Management Team and involves cross‑site travel across the Yorkshire Water region.
What you will be doing
The Delivery Manager will head a team to deliver a programme of works across the Yorkshire Water region, develop and recruit the project delivery team, and provide clear direction at all levels. They will be accountable for all commercial aspects of the programme, working with the Commercial team to control costs and manage cash flow.
* Accountable for project & programme delivery, ensuring health & safety, programme, design, procurement, financial control and site activities are managed to the highest standards.
* Influence the operational delivery structure to drive outstanding performance.
* Align to the client’s direction and needs, interpret contract commitments and manage stakeholder expectations.
* Ensure key deliverables within each stage are administered to the highest quality.
* Promote strong H&S behaviours and develop strong team working relationships.
* Provide a vision and define clear team roles, responsibilities and objectives while supporting the Project Team.
* Manage people, resources and relationships to ensure effective delivery of programmes and projects.
* Build trust with customers and stakeholders, keeping them updated on progress.
* Empower others to innovate and drive continuous improvement.
* Make evidence‑based decisions, assess risks and identify opportunities.
* Encourage commercial challenge at all times.
* Lead our approach to collaborative planning.
* Ensure compliance to internal and client systems & procedures.
About You
* Industry applicable ONC/HNC/B.Eng. or NVQ equivalent.
* H&S qualifications.
* IOSH or CITB 5 Day Site Safety Management (SMSTS).
* CSCS card.
* Demonstrable experience within the waste and / or water industries.
* Working knowledge of Microsoft packages.
* Dedicated team player with ability to work independently.
* Ability to prioritise a varied workload and demonstrate time management to meet deadlines.
* Able to work in a busy environment under pressure.
* Excellent communication skills (email/phone/face to face).
* Can‑do attitude and supportive to other team members.
* Desire to understand and promote the Company purpose, vision, values and culture.
* Organised, structured and professional, passionate about excellence.
* Flexibility, resilience and ability to influence and build relationships with stakeholders.
* Commitment to excellent customer service and enthusiasm.
* Self‑starter who embraces new challenges and works collaboratively to achieve results.
What We Can Offer in Return
Galliford Try offers stability and growth opportunities within a leading principal contractor. We provide a supportive “Be Well” programme, high‑quality training from leadership development to apprenticeships, and an Agile Working programme that empowers flexibility.
Benefits include:
* Generous holiday entitlement, increasing with years of service.
* Wide range of corporate discounts.
* Cycle to Work schemes.
* Comprehensive pension plan.
* Regular Save as You Earn share purchase scheme.
* Private medical scheme for salaried employees, with 24/7 employee assistance.
* Paid yearly membership to one recognised professional association relevant to your role.
About Us
Galliford Try is one of the UK’s leading construction groups, driven by values to deliver lasting change for stakeholders and communities. Our purpose is to improve people’s lives through building the facilities and infrastructure that communities need.
Additional Information
Galliford Try welcomes flexible working arrangements, including full‑time, reduced hours and flexibly. We are a Disability Confident employer and will offer interview adjustments where required. For more information on this role, contact Laura Mitchell at laura.mitchell@gallifordtry.co.uk.
About the Team
Our Environment Business delivers ‘source to sea’ asset capability across the UK and Scotland, working on Frameworks and Standalone projects. The team is undergoing transformation and will deliver a future digital delivery focus.
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