Project Manager

Overview:

Recruiting a Project Manager for a Principal Contractor to lead delivery of multiple civil engineering packages on a major regional water programme on the Severn Trent Water AMP 8 Framework. The role is commercial and operationally focused — you will deliver safe, on-programme, cost-controlled construction works (including deep shaft/tank construction and combined sewer overflow works) that increase storage capacity, reduce flood risk and improve local river health. This multi-site scheme is a multi-million pound investment and includes large storage shafts (c. 20m diameter × 24m deep, adding roughly 5,200m³ of overflow capacity).

Key Responsibilities:

• Own project delivery from design to completion for multiple live packages: programme, quality, cost and HSE.

• Produce and maintain forecasts, commercial reporting and monthly project performance packs for the Contracts/Operations lead.

• Develop and manage construction programmes, review progress and re-sequence works to meet milestones.

• Manage site teams, subcontractors and specialist suppliers; chair weekly site meetings and capture actions/decisions.

• Ensure delivery of technical solutions that are safe, buildable and cost-efficient; close out technical queries and manage variations.

• Prepare and maintain Project Plans, RAMS, SWMPs, ITPs, QA files and ensure timely submission of as-builts and O&M manuals.

• Lead stakeholder engagement with client representatives, framework partners, designers and statutory bodies to maintain positive relationships.

• Drive commercial tension: identify savings, challenge costs and prepare estimates for additional work outside target cost.

• Support estimating and bid activity for new framework opportunities and chase local prospects.

• Embed HS&E leadership on site: coach teams, allocate HSE duties, deliver briefings and ensure subcontractor compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements (NRSWA/HAUC/Chapter 8 standards where applicable).

Qualifications & experience:

Essential

• Degree / HNC / HND in Civil Engineering or equivalent vocational qualification (NVQ L5/6) or demonstrable experience.

• Proven Project Manager experience delivering civils/wastewater infrastructure on framework contracts.

• Strong commercial capability: forecasting, cost control and value reporting.

• Experience of deep excavations/shaft/tank construction or large storage structures and combined sewer overflow works (or equivalent).

• Competent in programme and risk management; experience with Primavera P6 or equivalent.

• Knowledge of relevant contract forms and mechanisms (NEC desirable), CDM, design management and change control.

• CSCS Manager’s card, SMSTS and NEBOSH Construction Certificate (or equivalent).

• Excellent communicator with proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders and resolve design/technical issues.

Desirable

• Chartered engineer status (CEng / MICE).

• Familiarity with JCT forms and local permitting/consenting processes.

• Previous experience working on multi-site wastewater improvement schemes or stormwater storage projects.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and company pension.

• Life assurance and private medical cover.

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (and loyalty days).

• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.

• Flexible benefits via salary sacrifice, plus car/green car scheme or allowance depending on role.

• Leadership & management training, regular appraisals and career development support.

• Volunteer time and long-service recognition.

Keen to progress on large, visible framework delivery? If you’re a commercially sharp Project Manager with proven civils/wastewater delivery experience, we want to hear from you — apply now.