Capital Projects Manager - Utilities
Capital Projects Manager – Utilities
We are seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to lead the successful delivery of major utilities infrastructure and asset improvement programmes. This is a key role responsible for managing projects from initial feasibility and business case development through to design, construction, commissioning and handover.
You will oversee a varied portfolio of capital works, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on time and within approved budgets. Working closely with operational, engineering, commercial and external delivery teams, you will provide strong leadership, clear governance and effective stakeholder management throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities
- Manage the planning and delivery of complex utilities capital projects and programmes.
- Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, risk registers and delivery strategies.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams, consultants, contractors and supply chain partners.
- Monitor progress, costs, quality, safety and performance against agreed objectives.
- Ensure projects comply with relevant legislation, technical standards, environmental requirements and internal governance.
- Manage procurement, contract administration, change control and commercial performance.
- Prepare clear reports and recommendations for senior stakeholders and governance boards.
- Support continuous improvement in project delivery processes, systems and asset outcomes.
About you
You will be an accomplished project professional with substantial experience delivering capital investment projects within utilities, infrastructure, engineering, construction or a similarly regulated environment. You will have a strong understanding of project management methodologies, commercial controls, construction delivery and health and safety requirements.
Applicants should hold a relevant qualification in project management, engineering, construction or a related discipline. A recognised project management accreditation would be advantageous. Experience of managing significant budgets, complex stakeholder groups and multiple concurrent projects is essential.
Excellent communication, negotiation and decision-making skills are required, together with the ability to balance strategic objectives with detailed delivery requirements. You will be organised, commercially aware and confident operating in a changing environment, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, sustainable infrastructure that provides long-term value.
Capital Projects Manager - Utilities
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