Project Delivery Manager - Water Equipment

Anonymous; Guildford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist engineering company in the UK is seeking a Project Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of bespoke water treatment systems. Responsibilities include managing multiple projects, ensuring safety and budget compliance, and fostering client relationships. Candidates should possess significant experience in technical project management, with a relevant engineering qualification preferred. Competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and a company vehicle or allowance are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-related bonus

Company vehicle or car allowance

Contributory pension scheme

Professional development and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing technical engineering projects within relevant sectors.
• Strong understanding of water systems and mechanical plants.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent water treatment or mechanical projects from award to completion.
• Serve as the main client contact during the delivery phase.
• Oversee procurement, logistics, and site installation activities.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

HND/HNC or degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering

Qualification in project management (PRINCE2, APM, or PMP)

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced project manager with a strong technical background in water treatment, mechanical, or building services engineering? We"re working with a well-established specialist engineering company that designs, builds, and installs bespoke water treatment systems across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are looking for a Project Delivery Manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of equipment projects — from design and build through to commissioning and handover.

The Role

As Project Delivery Manager, you"ll take ownership of multiple projects across the UK, ensuring each one is delivered safely, on time, and within budget. You"ll liaise closely with clients, internal engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring smooth coordination from initial design to final handover.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent water treatment or mechanical projects from award to completion.
• Serve as the main client contact during the delivery phase, ensuring clear communication and strong relationships.
• Work collaboratively with internal design and engineering teams to plan delivery schedules and allocate resources effectively.
• Oversee procurement, logistics, and site installation activities.
• Conduct site visits, risk assessments, and progress reviews.
• Ensure health & safety, quality, and compliance standards are met.
• Monitor budgets, track project progress, and report to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement across project delivery processes.

About You

• Proven experience managing technical engineering projects within water treatment, mechanical, or building services sectors.
• Strong understanding of water systems, mechanical plant, or related engineering disciplines.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel to sites nationwide.

Desirable

• Qualification in project management (PRINCE2, APM, or PMP).
• HND/HNC or degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Environmental Engineering.
• Familiarity with relevant water treatment standards and regulations (e.g., HTM 04-01, WRAS, BS EN).

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary + performance-related bonus
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Contributory pension scheme
• Professional development and training
• The opportunity to work on technically challenging, meaningful projects across multiple sectors

If you"re ready to take the lead on major engineering projects and want to join a business where quality, innovation, and reliability come first, we"d love to hear from you.

Apply now to find out more