Senior Project Manager - Water Sector

Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our 20,500 employees operate across over 100 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients.

Egis is a leader in the vibrant sector of infrastructure engineering, planning, and management, tasked with sustaining efficient commercial lifecycle stewardship amidst interactions with various third-party entities. As Egis expands its service delivery across the UK, Ireland, and broader European markets, we are committed to becoming the engineering partner of choice while also expanding our talented team.

We are looking to recruit a skilled Water and Environment Senior Project Manager as part of our plan to realise growth. The role will operate as part of the Energy and Sustainable Cities Business Line.

Job Description

Reporting to the Water Project Management Delivery Lead for the UK, your role as Senior Project Manager will involve delivering work with water companies or the Environment Agency in the Midlands area in a consultancy role. However, there will be an opportunity for progression between the UK Water, Environment, Rail or Nuclear sectors.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will have knowledge and experience in pre- and post-contract management in NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC form and procurement within the UK water, environment, rail or nuclear sector.

Role Responsibilities:

• NEC3/4 Option A, Option C, Option E ECC Contract management and administration client side
• Budget control
• Collaborating with the QS on Payment valuations and certifying monthly payments under ECC and PSC forms of the NEC 4 form of contract
• Actual cost forecasting and Defined Cost determination in collaboration with the QS
• Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Ensure appropriate project management records and commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements, and oversee any contractual issues
• Investigate and draft contract communications and notices, including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, and General Communications in line with best practice

Pre-Contract Activities

• Conduct initial project scope planning, cost estimates and feasibility studies
• Preparation of tender documentation
• Evaluation of tenders
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
• Collaborate with contractors early in the design phase

Post-Contract Activities

• Manage and administer construction contracts
• Monitor project expenditure and manage cash flow
• Lead the evaluation and negotiation of change orders or variations
• Claims and dispute resolution
• Final accounts and post-project evaluation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s Degree qualification in a numeric degree
• Full Membership of a chartered body such as APM at MAPM
• A wealth of experience postgraduate in Rail, Nuclear, Water and/ or Environment
• Line Management and recruitment experience of Project Managers or Assistant Project Managers
• CDM regulation knowledge and experience
• Risk management experience
• Valid CSCS card, with Water Hygiene Card desirable
• Main contractor and/or joint venture experience working client side
• An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)
• You must have the right to work in the UK

We are committed to our planet. In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent.