Project Manager (contractor)

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver complex water sector projects, either infrastructure and non-infrastructure schemes, from concept through to completion. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual with proven experience in clean water and/or wastewater projects to manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure high-quality outcomes across all stages of the project lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the full project lifecycle from feasibility, planning, and design through to delivery, commissioning, and close-out.

• Manage water-related infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects.

• Develop project plans including scope, budgets, resources, schedules, risk management strategies, and procurement strategies.

• Collaborate with internal teams, external contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to ensure timely and within-budget project delivery.

• Oversee contract management, change control, and financial forecasting.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality (HSEQ) standards.

• Monitor and report on project performance using KPIs and progress reviews.

• Identify and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities throughout the lifecycle.

• Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation in project delivery methodologies.

Requirements:

Essential:

• Proven track record in delivering water industry projects (clean water or wastewater) from cradle to grave.

• Experience in managing both below ground infrastructure (e.g., pipelines, mains, dams, reservoirs) and/or above ground non-infrastructure (e.g., treatment plant, upgrades, pumpstations) projects.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., PRINCE2, APM, PMP).

• Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and multiple stakeholders.

• Strong budgeting, cost control, and commercial acumen.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills.

• Understanding of relevant water industry regulations and health and safety standards.

Desirable:

• Experience working with UK water utilities or in regulated environments.

• Knowledge of NEC contracts (or equivalent).

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Project Management or a related field.

• Chartered status (e.g., MICE, MAPM) or working toward it.