Project Manager(Water)

A skilled Project Manager is required to lead the successful delivery of multiple concurrent infrastructure projects within sectors such as water, rail, utilities, and heavy civils. This position is responsible for ensuring projects are completed to the highest standards of quality, safety, programme, and commercial performance. Collaboration with estimating, engineering, and commercial teams is essential, from pre-construction through to final handover.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead full project lifecycle delivery from design to completion and handover.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes using Primavera P6 or similar tools, including short-term lookaheads.
• Monitor project budgets, provide accurate cost forecasts, and prepare regular performance reports.
• Ensure project teams understand scope of works and are aligned with delivery objectives.
• Chair weekly site coordination meetings, documenting actions and key decisions.
• Maintain strong working relationships with clients, suppliers, consultants, and internal teams.
• Coordinate site investigations and resolve engineering challenges efficiently.
• Ensure the production of risk assessments, method statements, site waste plans, and procurement schedules.
• Maintain accurate site records, including diaries and daily logs.
• Identify and manage commercial opportunities, including pricing additional works and value engineering.

Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• Promote and uphold the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Keep all safety documentation current and assign clear responsibilities to site personnel.
• Deliver safety briefings, toolbox talks, and training as needed.
• Ensure subcontractors comply with health and safety standards.
• Liaise with statutory bodies to ensure compliance with HSG47, HAUC, NRSWA, Chapter 8, and other relevant regulations.
• Implement and maintain environmental risk assessments and waste management plans.

Quality Assurance

• Prepare and manage Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), ensuring timely sign-off by relevant parties.
• Maintain a robust quality assurance file throughout the project lifecycle.
• Resolve technical queries and ensure all as-built documentation and O&M manuals are submitted upon completion.

Performance Measures

• Adherence to weekly and monthly reporting deadlines.
• Completion of projects within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Delivery against business unit objectives and performance KPIs.
• Achievement of client satisfaction and quality benchmarks.

Key Stakeholder Relationships

• Clients and project stakeholders
• Subcontractors and suppliers
• On-site teams and head office functions
• Prospective and existing customers

Candidate Profile

• Proven experience managing civil engineering projects in sectors such as rail, water, heavy civils, or utilities.
• Strong understanding of NEC3/NEC4 contracts, including Early Warning and Compensation Events.
• Working knowledge of CDM regulations, design and risk management, and cost/value reporting.
• Proficient in planning software such as Primavera P6.
• Degree or HNC in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• MEICA awareness or background.
• Valid CSCS Managers card, SMSTS, and NEBOSH Construction Certificate.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Desirable Attributes

• Chartered Engineer (CEng MICE) status.
• Familiarity with JCT contracts.
• Experience working in Thames Water or Rail environments.
• NRSWA accreditation and AP Lifting training.
• Temporary works coordinator/supervisor certification.

Position Details

• Employment Type: Permanent
• Hours: Full Time (45 hours per week)
• Location: From Portsmouth to Kent
• Start Date: As soon as available