Senior Water Resources Management Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced Senior Water Resources Management Project Manager to lead the planning and delivery of complex water resources programmes. This role will oversee projects from initial feasibility and strategic planning through design, implementation, commissioning and review. You will manage multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors and stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, sustainably, on time and within budget. The position will involve balancing operational, environmental, regulatory and community priorities while developing practical solutions to long-term water management challenges.
Key responsibilities will include developing project scopes, programmes, budgets, risk registers and procurement strategies; coordinating technical studies, modelling, environmental assessments and options appraisals; and ensuring that project outputs meet relevant legislation, standards and approval requirements. You will monitor progress, quality, costs and commercial performance, provide clear reporting to senior stakeholders, and lead governance and assurance reviews. The role will also involve managing contracts, resolving issues, supporting funding applications and maintaining strong relationships with regulators, landowners, local communities, delivery partners and internal teams.
Applicants should have substantial experience managing major water resources, flood risk, catchment management, water infrastructure or related environmental programmes, ideally within a regulated or public-sector environment. A relevant degree or equivalent professional experience is required, together with strong knowledge of water resources planning, sustainability principles, environmental regulation and project delivery methodologies. You will be an effective communicator and confident leader, able to influence at all levels, make evidence-based decisions and manage competing priorities. Experience of budget control, risk management, procurement and stakeholder engagement is essential. Professional accreditation in project management, engineering, water management or a related discipline would be advantageous. The successful candidate will bring strategic thinking, sound judgement and a collaborative approach to delivering resilient, high-quality outcomes.
Senior Water Resources Management Project Manager
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