Assistant Project Manager

SevernTrentLife; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to oversee mains renewal projects across the Midlands. This role involves managing project resources, compliance, and stakeholder engagement, offering significant career development and competitive benefits, including a bonus scheme and enhanced pension.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250)

Enhanced pension scheme

Sharesave scheme at discounted rates

Dedicated training through our Academy

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Experience in the utilities or water industry is advantageous.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end programme, including planning resources and forecasting costs.
• Coordinate planning and management of plant, equipment, and materials.
• Ensure compliance with HSE, CDM, and legal documentation.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Cost Tracking

Job description

At Severn Trent, we're embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands - and we want you to be part of it. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade and it is set to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make water supply more reliable for millions of people. The new pipes being installed will last up to 100 years.

To bring this vision to life, we are creating new jobs across the region, with opportunities for those based in Birmingham, Nottingham, or anywhere in between. Join us in shaping the future of water in the Midlands.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

As part of a new programme delivering full mains renewal across the UK over the next few years, we are scaling our teams through a significant recruitment drive.

This is your opportunity to be part of this exciting transformation!

Role Overview

We are looking for an Assistant Programme Manager who will work closely with Project Coordinators to ensure smooth mains renewal activities, providing coaching and support as needed. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance, including cost tracking and legal paperwork. You will be part of a team of 8, reporting to the Programme Manager for your region (North, South, East, or West).

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end programme, including planning resources, equipment, and forecasting costs and delivery timelines.
• Prepare gated papers for schemes as they progress through the programme.
• Coordinate the planning, ordering, and management of plant, equipment, materials, and fittings, liaising with supply chain partners.
• Support the Network Construction Manager to ensure all materials and equipment are properly costed and scheduled for delivery.
• Keep SAP and other relevant systems up to date with delivery and cost information.
• Assist onsite teams with project scope changes, arranging emergency equipment or tools as needed.
• Ensure all documentation, including HSE, CDM, and legal documents, are current and properly stored for all schemes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, owning end-to-end cost management and delivery at the scheme level.

What You’ll Bring

The ideal candidate will have experience managing multiple large-scale, complex projects and stakeholder relationships. Experience within the utilities or water industry is advantageous. A full UK driving license is required, as travel across regions will be necessary.

What’s in It for You

At Severn Trent, this is more than just a job. We offer career development, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a real difference. Our perks include:

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (with options to buy or sell up to 5 days)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250 based on performance)
• Enhanced pension scheme (company doubles your contribution up to 15%)
• Sharesave scheme at discounted rates
• Dedicated training through our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail discounts
• Family-friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

Join a culture that cares, values teamwork, and fosters growth. Our employee engagement scores are among the top in energy and utility companies globally, reflecting our positive culture driven by our people.

Next Steps

We’re eager to hear from you! Please ensure your CV is updated before applying. We’ll notify you of the outcome after the application deadline—keep an eye on your email and phone.

Data source: Peakon (2023) – Severn Trent ranks in the top 5% of energy and utility companies worldwide for employee engagement.