Land and Property Project Manager - 12 Month Secondment

Project Manager - 12 Month Secondment

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:

Benefits

• Competitive salary (£48,030 - £56,506), depending on experience.
• Role classified as Business Needs Users (BNU) – eligible for a Company Car or Cash Allowance (£3,000 per annum) subject to company criteria.
• Annual incentive related bonus (up to £1,000).
• Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution).
• Development opportunities aligned with the Project Manager progression plan.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays – plus 2 extra wellness days.
• Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary.
• Health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
• Retail savings scheme.
• Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location & Work Type

Initially based in Bradford, moving to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026 – Hybrid Working (Two office days a week – Bradford / Leeds) and willingness to travel to Yorkshire Water sites.

12 Month Secondment. 37 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join the Land and Property team at Yorkshire Water and help provide the best service to our customers.

What we do

We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, ensuring clean, safe drinking water and proper wastewater management for over 5.4 million residents and visitors each year. We protect the environment, support communities and plan for Yorkshire’s water tomorrow, 24/7, 365 days a year. The Land and Property team plays a key role in meeting changing customer expectations and regulatory demands.

As a Project Manager, you will shape and deliver a diverse portfolio of Land & Property projects, collaborating with stakeholders, influencing strategic decisions, driving innovation, and making a tangible impact across multiple communities.

Role

As our Project Manager you will:

• Lead and manage multiple Land & Property projects, driving successful delivery from concept through to completion.
• Take ownership of project forecasting, budgeting, and performance reporting, ensuring stakeholders have clear visibility of expenditure, timelines, and progress.
• Deliver accurate and insightful project updates, securing proactive approvals and ensuring compliance with Corporate Governance requirements.
• Develop and execute robust project plans, producing high-quality business cases, implementation strategies, risk assessments, and project reports.
• Identify and champion new opportunities for improvement and innovation through collaboration with partners, contractors, suppliers, and industry networks.
• Apply best‑practice project management methodologies to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Maintain effective project governance by ensuring all documentation is accurate, up-to-date, and appropriately managed throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project financials, validating and authorising payments and expenditure while working closely with Project Coordinators to ensure effective cost control.
• Build strong relationships with Land & Property Technical Leads and Sponsors across Rural, Residential, Conservation, Recreation, Operations, and Workplace Experience functions to support strategic planning and forecasting.
• Collaborate with service partners and contractors, acting as a key point of contact for project delivery, contractual discussions, and technical queries.
• Support Business Sponsors in developing project scopes, evaluating options, obtaining quotations, and identifying the most cost‑effective delivery solutions.
• Manage contractor engagement and instruction, ensuring clear project requirements, CDM compliance, and effective performance monitoring throughout delivery.
• Represent the business at site meetings, driving stakeholder engagement, monitoring project progress, and undertaking health and safety audits to ensure safe and compliant delivery.
• Lead stakeholder management activities, developing communication and engagement plans that build confidence, align expectations, and support successful project outcomes.
• Act as the primary liaison for stakeholders during site works, ensuring Health & Safety standards are upheld and projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

What Skills & Qualifications You Will Need

• A Project Management qualification (or equivalent experience).
• CDM and/or site management qualifications.
• Experience managing construction‑related projects from start to finish.
• Confident working across a variety of site environments and engaging with contractors and stakeholders.
• Strong financial management and reporting skills, including experience with SAP, PMS, or similar systems.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and project governance.
• Proven ability to deliver projects against challenging budgets and timescales.
• Strong risk assessment, prioritisation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience developing project scopes and managing quotations and suppliers cost‑effectively.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Hold a Full UK driving licence.
• The flexibility to travel and work across multiple sites throughout Yorkshire.

Work-Life Balance

We support flexible working patterns and job share options (when possible) to help you balance work and personal life.

Pre‑Employment Checks

Successful candidates will undergo pre‑employment checks, including a Basic Disclosure Check conducted through a Third‑Party Company, and may be required to complete a Counter‑Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance depending on the role. All roles are subject to a medical questionnaire and further medicals when required.

Accessibility

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone, offering reasonable adjustments for any required accessibility, disability, or condition.