Junior Project Manager

SevernTrentLife; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking an Assistant Programme Manager to oversee the mains renewal programme across the Midlands. This vital role involves managing resources, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders. Join a forward-thinking company on a significant infrastructure project, offering competitive benefits and a commitment to sustainability.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250)

Enhanced pension scheme

Sharesave scheme at a discounted rate

Training and development

Electric vehicle scheme

Family-friendly policies

Two paid volunteering days per year

Qualifications

• Experience managing large-scale, complex projects.
• Experience in the utilities or water industry is advantageous.
• Full UK driving license is required for travel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end programme, including planning and coordinating resources.
• Write gated papers for schemes as they progress.
• Ensure all documentation is current and properly collated.

Skills

Project Management

Relationship Management

Compliance

Job description

At Severn Trent, we're embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade, set to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make water supply more reliable for millions of people. The new pipes installed will last up to 100 years.

To bring this vision to life, we are creating new jobs across the region, with opportunities for those based in Birmingham, Nottingham, or anywhere in between. Join us to help shape the future of water in the Midlands.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Due to a new programme delivering a full mains renewal across the UK over the next few years, we are now on a significant recruitment drive to scale our teams and deliver this vital work.

This is your opportunity to be part of this exciting transformation!

We are looking for a Assistant Programme Manager who will work closely with Project Coordinators to ensure the mains renewal activity runs smoothly, providing coaching when needed. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance, such as cost tracking and legal paperwork. You will be part of a team of 8, including 4 Assistant Programme Managers and 4 Project Coordinators, reporting to the Programme Manager for one of four regions: North, South, East, or West.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the end-to-end programme, including planning resources, equipment, and forecasting costs and delivery timelines.
• Writing gated papers for schemes as they progress through the programme.
• Planning, ordering, and coordinating all plant, equipment, materials, and fittings, liaising with supply chain partners.
• Supporting the Network Construction Manager to ensure all materials and equipment are costed and arrive on time.
• Updating SAP and relevant systems with delivery and cost information.
• Providing support for scope changes, including arranging emergency equipment or tools for onsite teams.
• Ensuring all documentation, including HSE, CDM, and legal documents, are current and properly collated.
• Collaborating with all stakeholders, owning end-to-end cost and delivery at the scheme level.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

The ideal candidate will have experience managing multiple large-scale, complex projects. Strong relationship management skills are essential. Experience in the utilities or water industry is advantageous. A full UK driving license is required, as travel across regions will be necessary.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working at Severn Trent offers more than just a job. We provide career development, competitive benefits, and a commitment to environmental and community responsibility. Perks include:

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays (with buy/sell options)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250)
• Enhanced pension scheme (company doubles your contribution up to 15%)
• Sharesave scheme at a discounted rate
• Training and development through our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family-friendly policies
• Two paid volunteering days per year

Join a culture that cares, collaborates, and strives for excellence. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest in the energy and utility sector globally, reflecting our positive culture and dedicated people.

WHAT’S NEXT?

We look forward to hearing from you. Please ensure your CV is up to date and set aside five minutes to apply. We will notify you of the outcome after the closing date—keep an eye on your phone and email.

Data source: Peakon (2023) – Severn Trent in the top 5% of energy and utility companies globally for employee engagement.