Environmental Engineering Project Manager
Do you have a technical area of expertise relevant to multi-disciplinary Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) projects?
Are you a project manager looking to further your career in the Environmental Engineering sector and manage projects such as river restoration, wetlands, weir removals, SUDS and nature-based solutions that deliver sustainable outcomes?
You will be joining an award-winning environmental and engineering consultancy which puts innovation, sustainability and resilience at the heart of its work. We are independent and staff-owned under a stewardship model which drives long term decision making and investment. We have offices in the UK, Ireland, Romania, India, Singapore and Australia.
Our people are all important and we invest heavily in life-long learning and skills development. We support hybrid working which provides for greater flexibility with the way that we work.
Visit https://www.jbaconsulting.com/ to find out more.
We need an experienced person to lead and support multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of a range of environmental improvement, flood risk and infrastructure schemes at strategic, outline and detailed stages. We are looking for someone with experience of growing client relationships by providing leadership and support, leading expert technical teams and managing sub-contractor delivery. You will use effective communication and relationship management skills to proactively manage the expectation of our clients and meet project objectives. You will also mentor and manage staff, input to bid and tender preparation and play a key role in the growth and development of our team. We are seeking committed and enthusiastic individuals with an interest in sustainability who can demonstrate effective communication and team working skills. The right candidate will be organised and able to balance priorities, a pragmatic thinker and solution finder.
Duties
- Coordinating the integration of technical inputs to multi-disciplinary civil and environmental engineering projects at strategic, outline and detailed stages
- Managing projects, contracts, budgetary control, programmes, change and risks
- Building relationships with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
- Developing and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors
- Managing NEC-form contracts
- Managing project health, safety and environment requirements and promotion of carbon reduction, resilience and sustainability.
- Leading and supporting winning tender opportunities
- Developing and mentoring earlier career staff.
Essential attributes for the role
- Degree (or equivalent) in civil engineering, environmental engineering, water engineering, geography, or a closely related discipline.
- Post-degree experience delivering projects within the Flood and Coastal Erosion Risk Management (FCERM) sector.
- Proven experience in a Project Manager role with accountability for technical delivery of multi-disciplinary environmental or infrastructure schemes.
- Experience coordinating and integrating technical inputs (e.g. hydraulic modelling, environmental assessment, civil design) through outline and detailed design stages.
- Experience managing technical risk, assumptions, and constraints to deliver robust and compliant solutions.
- Working knowledge of relevant UK standards and guidance (e.g. Environment Agency FCERM appraisal guidance, design standards, sustainability principles etc).
- Experience embedding low-carbon design, climate resilience and environmental enhancement into engineering solutions.
- Ability to review and ensure quality of technical outputs, including reports, models and drawings, with a focus on fitness-for-purpose
- Competence in the use of project and delivery tools (e.g. MS Project or equivalent) to manage programmes linked to technical milestones
- A full UK driving licence.
Desirable attributes for the role
- Should hold, or be committed to working towards, a professional qualification with the Association of Project Management (APM) or an engineering or environmental institution (ICE, CIWEM)
- Experience in managing NEC and technical deliverables, ensuring outputs meet programme, budget and quality requirements.
- Strong understanding and application of CDM Regulations in the context of engineering design and delivery
- Familiarity with digital tools and approaches supporting delivery (e.g. GIS, modelling platforms, BIM-informed workflows)
- Experience in contributing to or leading technical elements of bids and tenders, including methodology development and resourcing
- Ability to act as a technical lead or reviewer within a discipline, providing assurance and mentoring to project teams
- An understanding of hydrology, hydraulics, geomorphology, or coastal processes, and how these inform scheme development and design.
Location
The role is based in our modern and spacious Warrington, office, which can be found on the second floor of the purpose-built Phoenix House, Lakeside Drive, WA1 1RX office campus.
Environmental Engineering Project Manager in Warrington employer: JBA Group
As a leading environmental consultancy in the UK, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that prioritises sustainability and professional growth. Our employees benefit from flexible hybrid working arrangements, comprehensive training programmes, and the opportunity to lead impactful projects that contribute to climate resilience. Join us to be part of a team that values your expertise and supports your career development in a meaningful way.
