Framework Manager

Anglian Water Services; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in Peterborough is seeking a Framework Manager to oversee delivery of framework agreements. This hybrid role emphasizes collaboration between teams and suppliers, ensuring projects meet regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills, commercial acumen, and technical knowledge in civil engineering. A degree in a related field, along with experience in framework management and contract compliance, is required. Benefits include private health care and a competitive pension scheme.

Benefits

Personal private health care

26 days annual leave

Flexible working

Competitive pension scheme

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits

Responsibilities

• Lead and govern framework agreements to align with business objectives.
• Manage contracts and oversee procurement processes for cost efficiency.
• Drive operational delivery by monitoring KPIs and SLAs.
• Engage stakeholders and suppliers to ensure collaboration.
• Champion health, safety, and compliance through proactive risk management.

Skills

Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of asset management and construction delivery

Familiarity with regulatory compliance

Experience managing KPIs and performance data

Education

Degree or HND/HNC in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management

Chartered Status or relevant experience

NEC3/4 Contract Management experience or other contracts

H&S qualifications SMSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH

Project Management PRINCE2, APM

Framework management experience minimum 5 years

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Salary starting from £47,500k, salary depending on experience

Permanent

Peterborough Office / Hybrid working

Full time, 37 hours a week

Play a Key Role in Driving Collaboration and Innovation

We’re looking for a Framework Manager to oversee the effective delivery and performance of our Central Services framework agreements.

In this exciting role, you’ll be the central link between Anglian Water, our delivery teams, and supply chain partners – ensuring that every project and service is delivered to the highest regulatory, contractual, and technical standards.

You’ll focus on achieving programme, cost, and quality targets while driving collaboration, fostering innovation, and championing continuous improvement. Your work will directly support operational resilience, customer satisfaction, and the long‑term sustainability of our assets – making a tangible difference for millions of customers.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and govern framework agreements – ensuring they align with business objectives, meet regulatory requirements, and have strong governance structures in place.

• Manage contracts and commercial performance – oversee procurement processes, monitor financial performance, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure cost efficiency and value for money.

• Drive operational delivery – set and monitor KPIs and SLAs, conduct performance reviews, and optimise supply chain relationships to deliver high‑quality, efficient outcomes.

• Engage stakeholders and suppliers – act as the central point of contact, building strong relationships across internal teams, suppliers, and regulators to ensure smooth collaboration.

• Champion health, safety and compliance – proactively manage risk, ensure compliance with HSE standards, investigate incidents, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

As a valued employee, you’ll be entitled to:

• Personal private health care

• 26 days annual leave – rising with length of service

• Flexible working

• Competitive pension scheme – Anglian Water double‑matches your contributions up to 6%

• Bonus scheme

• Flexible benefits to support your wellbeing and lifestyle.

You’ll be a proactive and collaborative professional with a passion for driving performance and building strong partnerships. To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills – able to influence and collaborate across multiple teams and suppliers.

• Strong commercial acumen – confident with contracts, procurement, and value-for-money decision-making.

• Excellent communication skills – able to present information clearly and build trusted relationships at all levels.

• Knowledge of asset management and construction delivery – understanding how frameworks support operational and projectile success.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance – ensuring frameworks meet industry standards and governance requirements.

• Experience managing KPIs and performance data – using tools like Power BI to monitor delivery and drive improvement.

What does it take to be a Framework Manager?

• Degree or HND/HNC in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Construction Management

• Chartered Status or relevant experience

• NEC3/4 Contract Management experience or others contracts

• H&S qualifications SMSTS, IOSH, NEBOSH

• Project Management PRINCE2, APM

• Framework management experience minimum 5 years

• Framework Procurement

• Proven ability in delivering business objective

Why Apply?

This is your chance to lead collaboration, innovation, and performance across our Central Services frameworks — helping to deliver resilient services, drive value for money, and ensure long‑term asset sustainability. You’ll play a key role in shaping how we work with partners and suppliers, making a real difference for millions of customers across our region.

Closing date: 17th December 2025

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