Engineering Delivery Manager

Thames Water Utilities Limited; Jacobs Well; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

A major water utility company in the UK is seeking an experienced engineering project manager to lead the Capital Maintenance Projects team. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of projects, ensuring compliance with specifications, and training project engineers. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering or business administration and a strong project management track record. This role offers a salary up to £71,000 including a car allowance and includes comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Annual leave - 26 days per year

Car allowance

Contributory pension

Personal medical assessments

Wider benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Have a proven track record of managing a large portfolio of engineering projects.
• Good working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and ICA systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects in compliance with client specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Manage procurement process and resource training.
• Ensure minimal operational impact during construction.

Skills

Project management experience

Engineering knowledge

Procurement management

Education

Degree/HND in engineering or business administration

Job description

Overview

This is a fantastic career opportunity for someone with engineering project management experience to join a highly collaborative and supportive team in our Capital Maintenance Projects and deliver modern and innovative solutions to our operational sites.

In this role, you will be responsible for the delivery of a large portfolio of capital projects, providing MEICA and Civil engineering construction solutions for wastewater, water production, waste and water network functions, above and below ground.

Responsibilities

• Being an integral part of the growing Capital Maintenance Projects team.
• Managing the procurement process, framework suppliers and sub-contractor supply chain involved in the delivery of site-based construction activities.
• Being directly responsible for resource management and the training, development, and support of directly managed Project Engineers.
• Providing estimates, programming, and planning support to the wider team.
• Ensuring the delivery of all construction projects on the program with 100% compliance with client specifications.
• Managing the client's site requirements, ensuring minimal impact on the operational functionality of the site.
• Delivering all projects within legislative, CDM and regulatory requirements, including Health & Safety, Environmental and HR.
• Hours of work are 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday; base location in Guildford with travel across the area and office-based 5 days per week.
• For this role, you will receive a car allowance, so a driving licence is required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Have gained experience within a commercial and technical role and ideally educated to degree/HND level in engineering and/or business administration, preferably with post-qualification experience.
• Have a proven track record of project management in an engineering environment with good working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and ICA systems of work.
• Provide management of the procurement process, framework suppliers and the sub-contractor supply chain involved in the delivery of site-based construction activities.
• Disability Confident

Disability Confident

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About Thames Water & Our Values

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.

Learn more about our purpose and values. Working at Thames Water. 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. Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family.

Benefits

Salary up to £71,000 per annum including car allowance, depending on skills and experience.

• Annual Leave - 26 days per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (Plus bank holidays).
• Car Allowance of £4,500 per annum.
• Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% - 2x employee contribution.
• Personal Medical Assessments - Open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme including our benefits hub with offers and information to save you money and support your wellbeing.

Application Notes

Disclaimer: 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.