Overview
As an Engineering Manager at United Utilities, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering complex, high-value change initiatives that shape the future of water and wastewater services across the region.
Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a portfolio of engineering projects across your business area.
* Represent engineering at the management team level and act as the escalation point for technical issues.
* Develop and communicate project plans, ensuring delivery against key drivers (e.g. TCQi).
* Oversee project reviews, reporting, and governance processes.
* Produce and review technical documentation and contract materials.
* Manage budgets, business cases, and financial performance.
* Secure and coordinate multi-disciplinary resources across a matrix organisation.
* Engage and procure consultants and specialist services.
* Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
* Apply strategic thinking and risk management to drive delivery and innovation.
* Provide timely, insightful management information to support decision-making.
* Lead and develop high-performing teams, often across multiple locations.
Qualifications
We're looking for a strategic thinker and experienced engineering leader who thrives in complexity and collaboration. You'll bring:
* Significant post-graduate experience in engineering or project delivery.
* Chartered Engineering status
* Proven leadership of complex change initiatives in a senior role.
* Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
* Experience building and developing high-performing, multi-disciplinary teams.
* Deep understanding of UU's operating environments and regulatory context.
* Expertise in schedule, risk, budget, and commercial/contract management.
Benefits
We believe in rewarding your impact. Here's what you can expect:
* Generous annual leave- 26 days rising to 30 with service, plus 8 bank holidays.
* Outstanding pension- up to 14% employer contribution (21% combined).
* £5,000 car cash allowance.
* Performance-related bonus- up to 20%, plus recognition awards.
* Private healthcare- comprehensive cover through our funded scheme.
* Wellbeing perks- including gym discounts and digital fitness subscriptions.
* Flexible, hybrid working- because balance matters.
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