Engineering Project Manager

Pertemps Milton Keynes; Slough, Reading; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car allowance

Pension - Defined Contribution

Medical assessments

Performance-related pay

Holiday entitlement up to 30 days

Benefits hub

Job summary

Thames Water is seeking an Engineering Project Manager to lead end-to-end CAPEX projects across its sites and estates. The role covers scoping, tendering, procurement, site setup, commissioning and handover to operations, with a strong emphasis on health and safety.

You will work with operations and contractors to deliver cost‑effective solutions while maintaining CDM compliance and industry standards. A driving licence and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Background in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
• Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
• CDM knowledge is valued; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects.
• Oversee project scoping, tendering, procurement and site setup.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and monthly audits.
• Coordinate with operations teams and contractors to define and cost solutions.
• Forecast finances and report on value of work done (VOWD).
• Oversee commissioning, training and handover to operations.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder coordination

Self-motivated

Construction/Engineering PM

Health and safety

Education

Relevant engineering qualification (BTEC/HND)

Tools

RAMS

CPP

CDM

Job description

This role seeks a self-motivated candidate to manage engineering projects end-to-end across Thames Water's operational sites and estate.

We expect you to manage all aspects of each CAPEX project, including initial scoping of the need, competitively tendering the work, contractor procurement, site set up and inductions: health and safety inspections, commissioning, training and handover to the operations teams.

Please note that the internal job title for this role is 'Project Engineer' within the Capital Maintenance Project Team.

What you will be doing as an Engineering Project Manager

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Mechanical, Electrical and ICA projects, with a typical value between one hundred thousand and £1 million per project.
  • Individually responsible for multiple live projects at any time, with further projects in the scoping and tendering phase.
  • We are developing innovative and modern solutions to operational problems, making our sites more efficient and delivering value for money for our customers.
  • Working with our operations teams and contractors to scope, define and cost solutions that are both cost-effective and have minimal risk.
  • Overseeing our zero-compromise health and safety policy for everyone working on your project. Undertake monthly audits.
  • Oversee the construction of each project in line with our in-house policies & procedures, with associated wider industry standards. Fully compliant with CDM regulations and how to apply them.
  • Working collaboratively with delivery partners and contractors to ensure that schemes are delivered on time.
  • Maintaining compliance with our Asset Standards, associated British & International Standards and professional codes of conduct.
  • Financial forecasting of all live projects and reporting on the value of work done. (VOWD).
  • Drafting, vetting and approving pre-construction information, project programs, risk assessments and method statements (RAMS), and construction phase plans. (CPP)
  • Overseeing the commissioning, training and handover of completed projects to the operations teams.
  • Ensuring that completion documents are available and handed over, including test certificates, operation and maintenance manuals, health and safety files, and as-constructed drawings.

Location

You can be based out of Bourne End - Slough (SL8 5NT) or Reading (STW) - RG2 0RP. This role will require you to travel to multiple sites, depending on the project that you are working on. You will be required to have a full driving licence, access to your vehicle and insurance to cover work travel. You will receive a car allowance, which is paid monthly.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week, onsite up to 5 days a week.

What you should bring to the role

To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• Preferably have a background in Engineering, such as Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering.
  • Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders simultaneously. This includes internal colleagues, site employees and external contractors.
  • Additionally, you will have the ability to work with minimum supervision, be self-motivated and driven, and use your initiative to deliver high-quality work.
  • Experience in Construction or Engineering Project Management.

Additional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring

• Formal qualifications within these sectors are strongly encouraged. Ideally, holding at least a BTEC/HND in a relevant discipline or relevant experience.
  • Or have knowledge of Clean Water Processing and/or Wastewater treatment.
  • Understanding of Health and Safety standards, with particular reference to construction works, including CDM. However, additional training will be provided.

What's in it for you?

• Offering up to £60,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills, plus £4,500 car allowance.
  • 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service. (plus bank holidays)
  • Contributory pension - Defined Contribution - Maximum of 12% -2x employee contribution.
  • Personal Medical Assessments - open to all once a year.
  • Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets.
  • Wider benefits scheme, including our benefits hub, which is packed full of offers and information to save you money and support your well-being.

Find out more about our benefits and perks (Please note different T&Cs apply if on secondment)

Who are we?

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. Why choose us? Learn more.

We're committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that's extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We're here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you'll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.