Capital Delivery Project Manager South West Water · Engineering, Technical and Scientific · Exeter (Peninsula House)

AquaCare, Company; Exeter; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Discretionary bonus

Pension

Share-save Scheme

Health benefits

Wellbeing support

Group discounts

Cycle to Work

Financial support services

Job summary

South West Water in Exeter is seeking an Engineering Project Manager – Capital Delivery to lead a portfolio of capital projects across our clean water, wastewater and environmental assets. You will manage the full lifecycle—from scope through design, procurement, construction and commissioning—ensuring safety, on‑time delivery and budget compliance.

You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, oversee NEC contract administration and change control, and maintain clear stakeholder communications.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering engineering, infrastructure or capital projects in water/ utilities/ construction sectors.
• Commercial management experience including NEC contract administration, change control.
• Strong project management skills: programme, budget, risk and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within construction and operational environments.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple fast-paced construction and engineering projects simultaneously, from design through to delivery.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee the execution of works on clean and wastewater operational sites.
• Ensure all projects meet South West Water’s quality, safety, environmental and regulatory standards.
• Provide clear, confident communication to stakeholders at all levels.
• Attend operational and construction sites, offering hands-on support and ensuring compliance with H&S requirements.
• Utilise Microsoft tools for project tracking, reporting and documentation.
• Support mobilisation of temporary works and out-of-hours emergency responses when required.
• Apply working knowledge of NEC contracts and CDM regulations (desirable).

Skills

Project management

Commercial management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Health & Safety

Driving licence

Education

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Process Engineering

Water/Wastewater Operations

Environmental Engineering

Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office

Job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose

South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goal? Net zero by 2030, supported by partnerships with Wildlife Trusts and National Parks.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.

South West Water is delivering an ambitious AMP8 investment programme to improve water quality, environmental outcomes and water resilience across the South West.

We're looking for talented professionals to help deliver vital capital projects across our clean water, wastewater and environmental infrastructure assets.

As an Engineering Project Manager – Capital Delivery, you will be responsible for leading the successful delivery of a portfolio of capital investment projects across Pennon Groups operational asset base.

You will manage projects through the full project lifecycle, from initial scope development, feasibility and design, through procurement, construction, commissioning and project close-out. Working closely with internal engineering teams, framework partners, contractors and operational stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in line with regulatory and business requirements.

What you'll be doing:

• Manage multiple fast‑paced construction and engineering projects simultaneously, from design through to delivery.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee the execution of works on clean and wastewater operational sites.

• Ensure all projects meet South West Water’s quality, safety, environmental and regulatory standards.

• Provide clear, confident communication to stakeholders at all levels.

• Attend operational and construction sites, offering hands‑on support and ensuring compliance with H&S requirements.

• Utilise Microsoft tools for project tracking, reporting and documentation.

• Support mobilisation of temporary works and out-of-hours emergency responses when required.

• Apply working knowledge of NEC contracts and CDM regulations (desirable).

What we're looking for:

• Experience delivering engineering, infrastructure or capital projects within the water, utilities or construction sectors.

• Proven commercial management experience, including NEC contract administration, change control, programme management and contractor performance management.

• Strong project management skills, including programme, budget, risk and stakeholder management.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong problem-solving capability.

• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within construction and operational environments.

• Full UK driving licence

Technical Background

A background in one or more of the following disciplines would be advantageous:

• Civil Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• ICA (Instrumentation, Control & Automation)

• Process Engineering

• Water or Wastewater Operations

• Environmental Engineering

• Construction Management

Whats in it for you:

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays

• A discretionary Bonus

• Competitive Contributory Pension

• Share-save Scheme

• Various health benefits

• Wellbeing support programmes

• A range of Group Discounts

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• Financial support services

• And plenty more!

Closing Date: 23rd September 2026

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values which are essential to our success are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.