Emergency Measures Project Manager in Reading

We are seeking an Emergency Measures Project Manager to join Thames Water to develop, implement and embed deliverables against a range of SEMD (Security & Emergency Measures Direction) related action plans and associated improvement initiatives to deliver measurable and sustainable compliance against regulatory commitments. This role works within a unique cross-functional team, taking the lead in providing assurances that progress and success will be achieved throughout the lifecycle of the SEMD delivery programme, spanning regulatory response, project deliverables, collaborative working and stakeholder management. Working alongside the SEMD Engagement, Learning and Improvements team, this role will enable us to build and maintain compliance across our Emergency Planning and Protective Security measures.

What you’ll be doing as an Emergency Measures Project Manager:

• Project Management: Design and implement action plans to aid the ‘go to green’ activity across several requirements under SEMD. Track progress and milestones, reporting through relevant governance structures as requested. Responsible for all associated project documentation, e.g. RACI, plans, RAIDO, ensuring the project follows our framework principles and stage gates where relevant.
• Risk Management: Alongside general project management risks to be recorded in line with RAIDO, it is required that all SEMD activity is reported and recorded in terms of business-level risk to compliance against SEMD obligations and regulatory requirements, reportable through PR06 internal strategic risk management.
• Stakeholder Management: Alongside general project management risks to be recorded in line with RAIDO, it is required that regulatory obligations are managed through Thames Water's strategic risk procedures.
• Change Management: Responsible for developing, agreeing and implementing the change management plan for related initiatives and projects.
• Reporting: Create and provide reports for appropriate activities within the plan, inclusive of Programme and Governance board materials, milestones and progress updates.

Location: This role is based at Kemble Court, Green Park, Reading.

Working hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) before starting in this role.

What you should bring to the role:

• Experience within Project and/or change management.
• Previous working experience within a regulatory or government organisation.
• Knowledge of SEMD (Security and Emergency Measures Direction) or a similar regulatory background is desirable.
• Leadership and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written.
• Strong planning and self-management capability.
• Strong IT literacy, including use of MS Project and MS Office software.
• Ability to work under pressure and effectively prioritise conflicting requirements.
• The successful candidate must have access to a car and hold a driver’s licence.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering between £46,000 and £53,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.
• 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (Plus bank holidays)
• Generous contributory pension.
• Personal Medical Assessments – Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.