Senior Water Resources Project Manager
Senior Water Resources Project Manager
We are seeking an experienced Senior Water Resources Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex water, flood risk and environmental infrastructure projects. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and commercially aware professional to manage multidisciplinary teams, build trusted client relationships and deliver sustainable solutions that support resilient communities and natural environments.
You will take responsibility for projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard. The role will involve coordinating internal specialists, external consultants, contractors and stakeholders, while providing clear direction and maintaining effective communication throughout the project lifecycle.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the planning, design and delivery of water resources, flood risk, drainage and environmental projects.
- Manage project scope, budgets, programmes, risks, quality and contractual obligations.
- Prepare and review technical reports, business cases, feasibility studies and design documentation.
- Provide technical leadership and oversee multidisciplinary teams, mentoring less experienced colleagues.
- Develop strong working relationships with clients, regulators, local authorities, contractors and community representatives.
- Support bids, framework opportunities and business development activities, including fee proposals and resource planning.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards, health and safety requirements and environmental objectives.
- Identify opportunities to improve project efficiency, sustainability and resilience through innovative approaches and digital tools.
About you
You will have substantial experience managing water resources or related civil engineering projects, ideally within consultancy, contracting, public sector or a regulated environment. A degree or equivalent qualification in civil engineering, water management, environmental engineering or a related discipline is expected, together with relevant professional accreditation or demonstrable progress towards it.
You should be confident managing budgets and programmes, communicating with senior stakeholders and making sound commercial and technical decisions. Experience of flood risk management, hydraulic modelling, drainage, catchment planning or regulatory approvals would be advantageous. Strong written and verbal communication skills, sound judgement and a collaborative leadership style are essential.
In return, you will receive opportunities for professional development, flexible working and involvement in varied, high-impact projects that contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future.
Senior Water Resources Project Manager
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