Project Manager

J3a Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor is seeking a Project Manager for the Water industry with a focus on MEICA projects. The role involves overseeing projects from start to finish, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations. Candidates should possess a strong mechanical or electrical background and thrive under pressure. Offering a competitive salary up to £70,000 plus car allowance and generous holiday benefits, this position promises variety and autonomy, making it an exciting opportunity for the right individual.

Benefits

Salary up to £70,000 DOE

Car allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Long-term security

Good culture

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical or electrical background.
• Previous exposure to the UK Water industry preferred.
• Solid communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to thrive under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Leading multiple MEICA projects from start to finish.
• Managing project scoping, surveys, and design input.
• Juggling competing priorities and shifting deadlines.
• Ensuring Health & Safety and project compliance.

Skills

Mechanical or electrical background

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Project Manager (Mechanical or Electrical) – Water Industry | Up to £70,000 + Car Allowance + 33 Days Holiday

Location : Sites across the South East (Thames & Southern Water schemes)

Sector : Water / MEICA

Salary : Up to £70,000 DOE + Car Allowance + 25 Days Holiday + BHs

We’re working with a well-respected specialist contractor that’s busier than ever – and with Southern and Thames Water workloads climbing fast as we move deeper into AMP8, they’re only getting busier.

They’re on the lookout for a sharp, hands‑on Project Manager who knows how to take control of MEICA‑led projects from start to finish. You'll be running a range of schemes (anything from £15K to £1m+) across the Water industry, covering Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Controls, and Automation.

This isn’t a sit‑behind‑a‑desk kind of role. You’ll be visiting sites, working with subbies, managing clients, and keeping projects running smoothly from concept to commissioning. Expect autonomy, variety, and the chance to really make your mark.

What You’ll Be Doing as Project Manager

• Leading multiple MEICA projects from cradle to grave
• Managing project scoping, surveys, design input, resource planning, budgeting, procurement, and client updates
• Juggling competing priorities, shifting deadlines, and commercial targets
• Working closely with internal teams and subcontractors
• Ensuring Health & Safety and project compliance is watertight

What You’ll Need

• Strong mechanical or electrical background
• Previous exposure to the UK Water industry (bonus if you’ve worked on AMP frameworks)
• Solid communication, organisation, and leadership skills
• The ability to get the job done with minimal fuss – someone who thrives under pressure

Perks

• Salary up to £70,000 DOE
• Car allowance / Car
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Fast‑growing workload = long‑term security
• Good people, good culture, no fluff