Senior Project Manager (Water / Wastewater Engineering)
We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of major water and wastewater engineering projects from inception through to completion. This is an opportunity to manage complex programmes involving treatment facilities, water and sewerage networks, pumping stations, pipelines, and associated infrastructure. You will provide technical and commercial leadership while ensuring projects are delivered safely, sustainably, on schedule, and within budget.
Your responsibilities will include defining project objectives and delivery strategies, preparing and managing budgets, programmes, risk registers, procurement plans, and resource requirements. You will coordinate multidisciplinary design and construction teams, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders, maintaining clear communication throughout the project lifecycle. The role will involve reviewing technical proposals, monitoring progress and performance, managing variations and contractual matters, and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, quality systems, and environmental requirements. You will also contribute to business development, tender preparation, client presentations, and the continuous improvement of project delivery processes.
Applicants should have a degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, water engineering, environmental engineering, or a related discipline, together with substantial experience managing water or wastewater infrastructure projects. Professional registration or membership of a recognised engineering institution is desirable. You will need strong knowledge of project controls, contract administration, design management, health and safety, and risk management, with experience working under commonly used engineering and construction contracts. Excellent leadership, negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and build effective relationships at all levels. A proactive, commercially aware approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality, resilient infrastructure will be highly valued.
Senior Project Manager (Water / Wastewater Engineering)
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