Engineering Project Manager

Thames Water; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days annual leave

Excellent pension scheme

Benefits hub with discounts

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking an experienced Engineering Project Manager to own multiple CAPEX projects across London, delivering mechanical, electrical and ICA solutions at operational sites. You will lead projects from concept through handover, coordinating with operations and contractors to ensure value-driven outcomes.

The role demands strong stakeholder management, safety focus, and the ability to manage several projects concurrently.

Qualifications

• Experience in Engineering or Construction Project Management.
• Background in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or related Engineering disciplines.
• Qualifications such as a BTEC, HND, Degree or equivalent.
• Knowledge of water, wastewater or process environments (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of CAPEX projects typically valued £100k–£1m.
• Lead projects through the full lifecycle, from initial scoping and tendering through to construction, commissioning and handover.
• Work closely with operational teams, stakeholders and contractors to develop cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and fully compliant with CDM regulations and industry standards.
• Oversee contractor management, site setup, inductions and health & safety compliance.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts and reporting on project performance.
• Support commissioning, training and successful handover to operational teams.

Skills

Engineering Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Health & Safety/CDM

Education

BTEC/HND/Degree or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced Project Manager with an engineering or construction background looking to take ownership of impactful projects that help keep essential water and wastewater services running across London?

We're looking for a proactive and self-motivated Engineering Project Manager to join our Capital Maintenance Project Team. In this role, you'll manage multiple CAPEX projects from concept through to completion, delivering innovative Mechanical, Electrical and ICA solutions across operational sites.

What you'll be doing:

• Managing a portfolio of CAPEX projects typically valued between £100k and £1m
• Leading projects through the full lifecycle, from initial scoping and tendering through to construction, commissioning and handover
• Working closely with operational teams, stakeholders and contractors to develop cost-effective engineering solutions
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and fully compliant with CDM regulations and industry standards
• Overseeing contractor management, site setup, inductions and health & safety compliance
• Managing project budgets, forecasts and reporting on project performance
• Supporting commissioning, training and successful handover to operational teams

What we're looking for:

• Experience in Engineering or Construction Project Management
• A background in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical or related Engineering disciplines
• Relevant qualifications such as a BTEC, HND, Degree or equivalent practical experience
• Knowledge of water, wastewater or process environments (desirable)
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• A good understanding of Health & Safety and CDM regulations
• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work independently

What's in it for you:

• Up to £60,000 salary depending on experience
• 26 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension scheme with employer contributions up to 12%
• Access to a comprehensive benefits hub featuring discounts, wellbeing support and lifestyle perks

If you're passionate about delivering engineering projects that make a real difference and enjoy taking ownership from start to finish, we'd love to hear from you.