Project Manager - Water

Our client is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of civil engineering and water infrastructure projects across the Bristol area. This permanent opportunity involves managing projects from conception through to completion, supporting the delivery of sustainable water and wastewater services for communities across the region.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead project delivery in line with agreed scope, budget, programme, quality and health and safety standards
Manage design, engineering, construction, commercial and handover phases
Implement effective risk management and value engineering processes
Provide direction, motivation and leadership to project teams, consultants, suppliers and contractors
Ensure compliance with environmental, quality and health and safety requirements
Prepare budgets, forecasts and financial reports for customers and key stakeholders
Build strong customer relationships and proactively address project requirements
Manage suppliers and subcontractors, monitoring performance and maintaining effective working relationships
Review and approve project management plans, health and safety plans and method statements
Support business planning, bid development and future growth opportunities within the water framework
Coach and develop project staff, encouraging a high-performing and collaborative team environment

Job Requirements:

Significant experience in project management within civil engineering, construction, infrastructure or utilities
Strong knowledge of the water or wastewater sector and regulated project environments
Proven ability to manage complex or multiple projects to high standards of compliance and quality
Excellent organisational, planning and time management skills
Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Commercial awareness, including experience with budgets, forecasting and financial reporting
Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to meet project specifications, standards and targets while promoting continuous improvement
Understanding of risk management, value engineering and sustainable construction practices
Relevant qualification in civil engineering, construction management or a related discipline
Working within a collaborative water infrastructure environment, you will help deliver resilient assets, improve environmental outcomes and support the long-term development of essential water services. If you are an experienced Project Manager with a civil engineering or water sector background, apply now to take the next step in your career
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed