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Job Title: Work Delivery Manager
Location: Walsall
Salary: £65,000 - £72,000
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the water industry’s most critical challenges while developing your expertise across data, network operations, and strategic resolution planning. IWS M&E is part of the South Staffordshire Group – a 3,000‑strong organisation behind South Staffs Water, Cambridge Water, and several leading utility support businesses – offering long‑term development and career progression.
Are you an experienced engineering leader with a passion for delivering complex projects safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards?
We’re looking for a Works Delivery Manager to lead the in‑house delivery of electrical, mechanical, and chemical dosing engineering projects across the UK. This is a key leadership role where you’ll drive performance, safety, and innovation across a diverse portfolio of works.
As Works Delivery Manager, you’ll take ownership of end‑to‑end project delivery—ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and fully compliant with regulatory and safety standards.
You’ll lead multidisciplinary teams across mechanical, electrical, chemical dosing, and pump operations, working closely with senior stakeholders and playing an active role within the senior management team.
The Role
Project Delivery
* Lead the delivery of engineering projects including maintenance, upgrades, and installations
* Develop delivery plans, schedules, and resource strategies
* Monitor progress and drive performance against key milestones
* Oversee commissioning and ensure smooth project handovers
Safety, Compliance & Quality
* Champion a strong safety culture across all sites
* Ensure compliance with regulations including CDM, PUWER, and Electricity at Work Regulations
* Review and approve risk assessments, method statements, and technical designs
* Drive quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle
Supplier & Contract Management
* Manage contractors and supply chain partners to ensure performance and value
* Support procurement, tender evaluations, and framework delivery
* Build strong supplier relationships to support continuous improvement
Financial & Risk Management
* Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost control
* Identify and mitigate risks across project delivery
* Support business cases and investment decisions
Continuous Improvement
* Promote best practice and innovation across engineering delivery
* Champion digital tools and data‑driven decision making
* Identify growth opportunities across frameworks and clients
What you’ll need
Essential
* HNC/HND in Engineering (or equivalent)
* Proven experience delivering mechanical and/or electrical projects in the UK
* Strong understanding of project delivery in regulated or safety‑critical environments
* Experience managing contractors and multidisciplinary teams
* Knowledge of CDM, risk, cost, and programme management
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* Commercial awareness and financial control experience
* Ability to manage multiple projects under pressure
* Proactive, innovative, and results‑driven mindset
Desirable
* Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or similar)
* IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
* Membership of a professional body (e.g. IET, IMechE, CIBSE)
* Experience within the water or utilities sector
What you’ll get in return
* Family‑Friendly Leave
Enhanced Maternity, Adoption, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave, Fertility Support, and up to 5 paid Carer’s Days.
* Financial & Life Assurance
Life Assurance cover (role dependant) and a Company Pension Scheme with salary sacrifice options.
* Health & Wellbeing
Employee Assistance Programme (8 counselling sessions) and 24/7 Virtual GP access for you and your dependents.
* Lifestyle & Perks
Cycle to Work Scheme and My Premier Benefits discounts, cashback, and vouchers.
* Professional Development
Hands‑on training and ongoing career development opportunities
* Inclusion & Belonging
Active People Networks – Disability & Neurodiversity, Unity+, Women’s Network, Parent & Carer Networking Group and more.
* Performance & Recognition
Annual salary review, Reward & Recognition Scheme, and Long Service Awards.
* Flexibility & Opportunities
Overtime available and flexible shifts / hybrid working (role dependant)
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