Project Manager – Water/Wastewater, Distribution/Conveyance
Project Manager – Water/Wastewater, Distribution/Conveyance
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of water and wastewater distribution and conveyance projects. This role will oversee projects from initial planning and design through procurement, construction, commissioning and handover, ensuring that work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the required technical and commercial standards.
You will manage multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors and key stakeholders across a varied portfolio of infrastructure projects. The position requires strong leadership, sound commercial awareness and a thorough understanding of water and wastewater networks, including pipelines, pumping stations, treatment interfaces and associated civil engineering works.
Key responsibilities
- Manage the full project lifecycle, including scope, programme, budget, risk, quality and resource planning.
- Coordinate design development, technical reviews, approvals, procurement and construction activities.
- Lead project meetings and maintain effective communication with clients, delivery partners, regulatory bodies and internal teams.
- Monitor progress against agreed milestones, identify potential issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.
- Oversee contractor performance, change control, payment processes and commercial reporting.
- Ensure compliance with health and safety, environmental, quality and industry standards.
- Prepare clear reports, forecasts and project documentation for senior stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement by identifying lessons learned and promoting best practice across project delivery.
About you
You will have proven experience managing water, wastewater, utilities or major civil engineering projects, ideally involving distribution networks, conveyance systems or associated infrastructure. A relevant qualification in civil engineering, construction, project management or a related discipline is desirable, together with experience of working within regulated infrastructure environments.
You should be confident managing competing priorities, leading teams and making informed decisions in a complex delivery setting. Strong communication, negotiation and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to build productive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
What is offered
The role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging infrastructure schemes with genuine environmental and community impact. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, alongside professional development and long-term career progression.
Project Manager – Water/Wastewater, Distribution/Conveyance
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