Project Manager - Process/Mechanical

Project Manager Water - (Agile Delivery)
Location: South East England (Hybrid / Site-Based)
Rate: Up to £500 per day (DOE) Outside IR35 considered
Contract: 6 months initially, with potential extension
Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in engineering, utilities, infrastructure, or industrial projects? Do you enjoy delivering multiple projects in fast-paced environments while leading teams and managing stakeholders?
If so, we'd like to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
·You'll lead and coordinate project teams, including subcontractors and specialist suppliers.
·You'll take ownership of health, safety, and environmental compliance across your projects.
·You'll create, maintain, and manage project documentation, programmes, and reporting.
·You'll monitor budgets, forecasts, and project expenditure to ensure successful delivery.
·You'll build strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and delivery partners.
·You'll manage projects from planning through to completion, ensuring quality, programme, and commercial objectives are achieved.
·You'll identify and manage project risks while driving continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
·You have experience managing engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or industrial projects.
·You understand CDM regulations and have experience working on live project sites.
·You can successfully manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
·You have experience leading teams, including subcontractors and site personnel.
·You possess strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
·You have a good understanding of project governance, commercial controls, and health & safety requirements.
·You hold relevant industry qualifications and a full UK driving licence.
It Would Be Great If You Also Have
·HNC, HND, or equivalent engineering qualifications.
·Previous experience in a supervisory, project engineering, or project management role.
·Exposure to water, utilities, MEICA, civil engineering, or similar sectors.
·Experience delivering projects using Agile methodologies
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed