Senior Water Resources Project Manager

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Senior Water Resources Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Senior Water Resources Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex water management, flood risk and environmental infrastructure projects. This is an opportunity to manage multidisciplinary teams, oversee technically challenging programmes and contribute to the development of sustainable solutions that support resilient communities and the natural environment.

You will take responsibility for projects from inception through to completion, ensuring that scope, budget, programme, quality and safety objectives are achieved. Working closely with clients, regulators, contractors and technical specialists, you will provide clear leadership and build effective relationships across a range of stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead the planning, design and delivery of water resources, flood risk management and drainage projects.
  • Manage project budgets, programmes, risks, procurement activities and change control processes.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, environmental specialists, planners and external consultants.
  • Prepare and review technical reports, business cases, feasibility studies and project documentation.
  • Support consenting, permitting and regulatory requirements, maintaining compliance throughout project delivery.
  • Engage with clients, communities, authorities and delivery partners to communicate progress and resolve issues.
  • Identify opportunities to improve project performance, sustainability and value for money.
  • Provide mentoring and technical guidance to less experienced project managers and team members.

About you

You will have substantial experience managing water resources, flood risk, drainage, river engineering or related civil engineering projects. A strong understanding of project management principles, environmental legislation, risk management and commercial controls is essential. Experience of working within regulated environments and delivering projects through design, construction and handover would be highly advantageous.

You should be an excellent communicator with proven leadership, problem-solving and negotiation skills. The ability to manage competing priorities, make sound decisions and maintain strong professional relationships is essential. A relevant degree or equivalent qualification, together with membership of an appropriate professional body or progress towards chartership, is desirable.

The role may involve travel to project sites and stakeholder meetings. In return, you will have the opportunity to work on varied, high-profile projects while developing your career in a collaborative and technically focused environment.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 09/11/2026
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Senior Water Resources Project Manager

Houston, Texas, United States of America Permanent Water

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