Project Manager

Ganymede Solutions; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Essex is seeking an experienced Project Manager specializing in water infrastructure. The ideal candidate will lead multi-disciplinary teams, manage contractors, and ensure compliance with relevant standards. This role offers a long-term contract with a day rate between £450 and £475 per day, tailored for individuals with a strong background in the civil engineering sector. Join us to support vital water-network upgrades in Essex.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing civil engineering projects in the water/wastewater sector.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Experience overseeing contractors and site delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplinary teams and manage contractors.
• Oversee programme delivery and ensure project standards.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders and statutory bodies.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering expertise

Budget management

NEC contract knowledge

Risk management

Job description

Project Manager

Water Infrastructure (Civil Engineering)

Essex

We are seeking experienced Project Managers with a strong background in water-sector civil engineering to support major infrastructure programmes across Essex.

This role involves leading multi‑disciplinary teams, managing contractors, overseeing programme delivery, and ensuring projects meet regulatory, safety, environmental and quality standards. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, supply‑chain partners, and statutory bodies to deliver essential water‑network upgrades and enhancement schemes.

Contract Details

• Day Rate: £450–£475 per day
• Engagement: Umbrella or Outside IR35
• Duration: Initial 6‑month rolling contract, extendable up to 5 years

Opportunities to support major long‑term frameworks.

Ideal Experience

• Proven experience managing civil engineering projects in the water/wastewater sector.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts.
• Experience overseeing contractors, CDM compliance, and site delivery.
• Ability to manage budgets, programmes and risk registers.

If you're an accomplished project leader looking for long‑term contract stability in the Essex region, we’d like to hear from you. Apply via the button on screen or alternatively send a CV to Connor at (url removed).

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.