Project Manager/Senior Project Manager (Water Sector)

Aecom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with water industry experience to manage capital investment projects. The role involves leading teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring projects meet quality, cost, and schedule expectations.

Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure project management, preferably in the water sector.
• Proven ability to work within collaborative, multi-organizational teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of complex water infrastructure projects.
• Manage client relationships, stakeholder engagement, H&S, risk, quality, schedule.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant degree in project management

Tools

NEC contracts

APMQ

PRINCE2

Job description

Project Manager/Senior Project Manager (Water Sector), Plymouth

Client: AECOM

Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom

Job Category: Technical

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: J10129246

Job Views: 3

Posted: 15.05.2025

Expiry Date: 29.06.2025

Job Description:

Company Description

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world through infrastructure projects that improve communities and the environment. Join a global team of over 50,000 professionals dedicated to creating sustainable solutions worldwide.

Job Role

We are seeking Project Managers and Senior Project Managers with experience in the Water industry to manage capital investment projects across the Southeast, Southwest, London, and Midlands regions, supporting the £88bn AMP8 investment period. This role involves leading multidisciplinary teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project delivery within scope, time, and budget.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the successful delivery of complex water infrastructure projects within collaborative teams.
• Manage client relationships, stakeholder engagement, H&S, risk, quality, schedule, and contracts.
• Ensure projects meet client expectations for quality, cost, and schedule.
• Support and develop project teams, ensuring resource availability.
• Manage subcontractors and remote resources effectively.
• Develop strong relationships with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Assist in business development efforts with existing and new clients.

Qualifications:

• Experience in infrastructure project management, preferably in the water sector.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts, especially PSC and ECC.
• Proven ability to work within collaborative, multi-organizational teams.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Relevant degree in project management, engineering, or related field.
• Experience with NEC3/4 contracts and project management qualifications such as APMQ or PRINCE2 is desirable.
• Membership in professional bodies (e.g., APM, CIOB) is preferred.

Additional Information:

We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. Join us to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects and help build a sustainable future.