Expression of Interest - Project Manager - Water Sector

Stantec; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm located in Cardiff is seeking a Project Manager to oversee complex multidisciplinary projects. In this role, you will manage all phases of project delivery, ensuring alignment between clients and internal teams while maintaining documentation and managing risks. The ideal candidate should have experience in infrastructure projects within the water sector and possess strong organisational and communication skills. The company offers a hybrid working model and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Structured development and training

Mentoring and support towards qualifications

Flexible hybrid working

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering multidisciplinary or infrastructure projects in the water sector.
• Organised and detail-focused with clear communication skills.
• A drive to question and explore new ideas continuously.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project documentation, contracts, and commercial performance.
• Manage risk and ensure safe work environments.
• Serve as a key link between internal teams and clients.
• Support business development through proposals.

Skills

Project management

Organised and detail-focused

Clear communication

Curiosity and drive for improvement

Education

Recognised project management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ)

Job description

Overview

As a Project Manager, you'll play a central role in bringing complex, multidisciplinary projects to life. From early planning through to delivery, you'll keep projects on track by managing programme, cost, quality, and communication, building confidence with clients and motivating those around you.

Responsibilities

• Maintain project documentation, contracts, and commercial performance, continuously improving processes.
• Manage risk, opportunities, and ensure safe and effective work environments.
• Serve as a key link between internal teams and clients, keeping all parties aligned and focused on outcomes.
• Support business development by contributing to proposals and identifying opportunities where expertise can add value.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering multidisciplinary or infrastructure projects in the water sector.
• Organised, detail‑focused, and clear in communication; a trusted partner for clients and teams.
• Curiosity and a drive to question, explore new ideas, and continuously improve delivery.
• Recognised project management qualification (e.g., APM PMQ) is an advantage.

Benefits

Stantec offers structured development, training, mentoring, and support towards recognised qualifications such as the PMQ. Hybrid working with UK offices provides flexibility, and the company fosters a friendly, ambitious culture that values growth and meaningful impact.

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites more than 34,000 employees in over 450 locations worldwide. With 150+ years in the UK, we design, deliver, and manage infrastructure that supports sustainable and prosperous communities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibits discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Stantec is committed to ensuring equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

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