Senior Project Manager in Portsmouth

Senior Project Manager - Water Infrastructure

Location: Portsmouth
Engagement: Freelance or Permanent
Duration: Long-term framework work

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join a leading water infrastructure business, supporting the delivery of a long-term portfolio of water and wastewater projects across the Southern region.

Based in the Portsmouth area, this is an excellent opportunity to join an established delivery team working across major water infrastructure frameworks, with a strong forward workload and the opportunity to play a key role in the successful delivery of a varied programme of works.

The position is available on either a freelance or permanent basis, with long-term opportunities for the right individual.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful management and delivery of multiple water infrastructure projects, ensuring works are completed safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.

You will provide leadership across project teams, coordinate operational and commercial resources, and maintain strong working relationships with the client, subcontractors and wider supply chain.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the planning, coordination and delivery of multiple water and wastewater infrastructure projects.

• Taking overall responsibility for project performance, programme, cost control, quality and health and safety.

• Managing and supporting Project Managers, Site Managers, Engineers and wider delivery teams.

• Overseeing project programmes, identifying potential delays and implementing appropriate mitigation measures.

• Managing project budgets, forecasts, financial performance and commercial risks.

• Leading client meetings and maintaining effective relationships with key stakeholders.

• Managing subcontractors, suppliers and other delivery partners to ensure performance against project requirements.

• Overseeing change management, variations, early warnings and contractual matters.

• Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, company procedures and client standards.

• Monitoring project progress and providing accurate reporting to senior management and the client.

• Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high standards of delivery across the framework.

About You

To be considered, you will have:

• Significant experience in a Senior Project Manager or Project Manager position within the water, utilities or civil infrastructure sectors.

• A proven track record of delivering water infrastructure projects, ideally within a regulated water company framework.

• Experience managing multiple projects or a portfolio of works simultaneously.

• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate multidisciplinary delivery teams.

• A good understanding of commercial management, project controls, planning and financial reporting.

• Experience working under NEC forms of contract.

• A strong understanding of health, safety, environmental and quality requirements within the construction industry.

• Excellent client-facing, communication and stakeholder management skills.

Relevant qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related discipline would be advantageous, alongside appropriate project management and health and safety certifications.

The Opportunity

This is a long-term opportunity within an established water infrastructure business, supporting ongoing framework delivery across the Southern region.

The client is open to considering both freelance and permanent candidates, offering flexibility around the right individual's experience and availability.

If you are an experienced Project Manager or Senior Project Manager with a background in water infrastructure and are interested in a long-term opportunity based in the Portsmouth area, we would be pleased to hear from you.