Crossing Project Manager

The Anglian Water Strategic Pipeline Alliance (SPA) project currently involves the planning, design and construction of circa 320km of new strategic, large diameter, clean water interconnector pipelines and associated infrastructure across Anglian Water’s region. The SPA Alliance is also taking on responsibility for the future interconnector pipelines, a further 260km of strategic interconnector pipelines and associated infrastructure. 

The role will be hybrid. Working 2/3 days in Peterborough office and 2/3 days working from home 

At Costain, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need. 

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Key Responsibilities

• Our Crossing Project Manager will be critical to the successful delivery of the Strategic Pipeline Alliance, reporting to the Senior Project Manager, they will be responsible for:

  • Strategic management of crossings programme across IC2 schemes.

  • Management and co-ordination of design, contracts and specialist subcontractors to deliver the programme, including estimates, quality checks and third-party approvals.

  • Manage on-site operations for Tunnelling, HDD, pipe jacking, and open-cut works. 

  • Oversee Tunnelling, HDD & Pipe-jacking activities, ensuring alignment and quality. 

  • Monitor progress against programme and implement corrective actions where necessary.

  • Develop crossing strategies and select appropriate methods.

  • Prepare and review technical drawings, risk assessments, and method statements. 

  • Coordinate with design teams to ensure feasibility and compliance with standards.

  • Ensuring all quality standards are met in development of and the construction of the crossing design.

  • Lead the implementation of a production management approach to delivery, driving high levels of performance and delivery to programme requirements.

  • Management of ECI process 

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Strong knowledge of trenchless technology and civil engineering principles.

• Competence in interpreting technical drawings and specifications

• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Essential:

• SMSTS

• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) or Supervisor (TWS)

• Full UK Driving Licence

Desirable:

• NEBOSH Construction Certificate or IOSHH
• Formal Civil Engineering Qualification (Civil / Construction or Geotechnical)