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Project Manager - Water Sector

Location:
Worcestershire
Sector:
Water
Job Type:
Contract
Salary:
Market related
Reference:
SK/R/090793

Role

Project Manager (Water Sector – Severn Trent Region)
Contract: 18–24 Months (Inside IR35) | Permanent Considered
Location: Near Welsh Border – Severn Trent Region (Waste Water Site, Cropthorn)
Reporting to: Senior Project Manager
Contract Type: Inside IR35 Contract (18–24 months) or Permanent

The Role

You will be responsible for leading the successful delivery of a multi-disciplinary water infrastructure project. From early planning and design through to commissioning and handover, you will work closely with engineering teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders to deliver a high-quality and safe solution – on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

  • Champion health, safety, environmental, and quality standards on site
  • Implement and ensure adherence to the Business Management System (BMS)
  • Lead stakeholder communication and maintain strong client relationships
  • Manage project plans and execution strategies including PEP development
  • Monitor construction methods, site setup, and method statements
  • Oversee contract documentation, non-conformance reporting, and cost control
  • Ensure commercial performance, forecasts, and reporting are proactively managed
  • Contribute to governance reviews, CDM compliance, and technical assurance
  • Motivate and support delivery teams to meet project KPIs
  • Engage in continuous professional development and represent the company professionally

Requirements & Qualifications

Essential:

  • Proven project management experience in delivering design & build schemes, ideally in the water or wastewater sector
  • Degree or equivalent qualification in construction, engineering, or commercial disciplines
  • Recognised Project Management Qualification (e.g., PMQ, APM)
  • Strong understanding of NEC or IChemE contracts and commercial negotiation
  • Skilled in risk management, programme delivery, and team leadership
  • Effective communicator – written, visual, and verbal – with clients and partners
  • Working knowledge of CDM, Health & Safety, and environmental compliance

Desirable Attributes

  • Familiarity with Severn Trent frameworks or AMP delivery programmes
  • Experience presenting at internal governance or steering committees
  • Collaborative mindset with a commitment to innovation and sustainability

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