Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

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Project Manager - Water/Wastewater

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects. This role will involve managing projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the required quality standards.

You will take responsibility for coordinating multidisciplinary teams, developing effective delivery plans and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders. The successful candidate will be commercially aware, highly organised and confident managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.

Key responsibilities

  • Manage the full project lifecycle, including planning, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover.
  • Prepare and maintain project programmes, budgets, risk registers and delivery reports.
  • Lead project meetings and coordinate design, engineering, construction and commissioning activities.
  • Monitor progress, performance, costs and contractual obligations, taking corrective action where required.
  • Ensure projects comply with relevant health and safety, environmental, regulatory and technical requirements.
  • Manage contractors and supply chain partners, ensuring work is completed to agreed standards and timescales.
  • Identify and manage risks, issues, change requests and commercial opportunities throughout delivery.
  • Maintain clear project documentation and provide regular updates to senior stakeholders.

About you

You will have proven experience managing water, wastewater, utilities, civil engineering or similarly complex infrastructure projects. A sound understanding of construction methods, contract management, commercial controls and health and safety legislation is essential.

Applicants should hold, or be working towards, a relevant qualification in project management, civil engineering, construction management or a related discipline. Professional accreditation would be advantageous. Experience with recognised contract forms, such as NEC, and knowledge of water industry standards will also be beneficial.

You will be an effective communicator with strong leadership, negotiation and problem-solving skills. The ability to build collaborative working relationships, make informed decisions and maintain focus on delivery will be key to success in this role.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 29/10/2026
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