Water Resources Project Manager
Water Resources Project Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Water Resources Project Manager to lead the planning and delivery of complex water management, infrastructure and environmental projects. This role will suit a technically capable professional who can combine strong project leadership with sound commercial judgement and a commitment to sustainable water resource management.
You will manage projects from initial concept and feasibility through to design, procurement, construction and completion. Working closely with clients, consultants, contractors, regulators and internal teams, you will ensure that projects are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with agreed scope, programme, budget and quality standards.
Key responsibilities
- Lead multidisciplinary water resources and infrastructure projects, ensuring effective governance and clear accountability.
- Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, risk registers, procurement strategies and reporting processes.
- Coordinate technical studies, investigations, modelling, assessments and design activities.
- Oversee the preparation of business cases, tenders, technical specifications and regulatory submissions.
- Manage contractors, consultants and supply chain partners, monitoring performance and resolving issues promptly.
- Build effective relationships with stakeholders, landowners, regulators, local authorities and community representatives.
- Promote best practice in health, safety, environmental protection, sustainability and climate resilience.
- Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and support the development of junior project professionals.
About you
You will have proven experience managing water resources, flood risk, catchment management, river, drainage or related civil engineering projects. A relevant degree or professional qualification in water management, civil engineering, environmental engineering, geography or a similar discipline is expected. Membership of a relevant professional body, or progress towards chartership, would be advantageous.
You should be confident managing competing priorities and communicating complex technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong commercial awareness, sound decision-making skills and experience using standard project management tools are essential. Knowledge of UK water legislation, regulatory requirements and environmental permitting would be beneficial.
In return, you will receive the opportunity to work on varied and meaningful projects, develop your expertise and contribute to the long-term resilience and sustainability of water resources across the UK.
Water Resources Project Manager
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