Project Manager

Browne Group; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Browne is seeking an experienced or aspirational Site Manager to lead multiple civil engineering projects across water and wastewater sites. You will own projects from inception to completion, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring safe, on-time delivery to high standards.

The role sits in our Specialist Projects team within the Repetitive Delivery Division, with accountability for commercial performance and risk management to drive delivery excellence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Site Manager or aspiring Project Manager in civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure.
• Experience delivering water or wastewater projects.
• CDM Regulations and construction H&S requirements.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Confident client-facing communicator able to build strong working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of civil engineering projects from inception to completion.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams ensuring safety, programme and quality.
• Coordinate client, designers and operations to maintain smooth progress.
• Maintain commercial awareness and manage project risks.
• Ensure a zero-incident safety culture on site.

Skills

Planning & execution

Leadership

Risk assessment

Client-facing communication

Excel-based cost tracking

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering/ Construction Management

SMSTS

CSCS

Full UK Driving Licence

TWC (Desirable)

ICE/CIOB/APM membership (Desirable)

Tools

Excel

Project reporting tools

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced or highly motivated aspiring site manager wanting to take the next step into Project Management to lead the delivery of multiple civil engineering projects across water and wastewater sites. Working within our Specialist Projects team you’ll be part of our very successful Repetitive Delivery Division. In this hands‑on role, you’ll take ownership from project inception through to completion shaping scopes of work, developing site documentation, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and ensuring seamless communication between the client, designers and operational teams. You’ll oversee all aspects of construction delivery, ensuring every project is executed safely, efficiently, on programme and to the highest standard. A level of accountability for commercial performance and a strong focus on risk management, you’ll drive delivery excellence while maintaining a zero‑incident safety culture.

About Browne

At Browne, we are engineering with purpose.

We’re a leading UK contractor working in the water and civil engineering sectors, delivering projects that help improve everyday life. From building pipelines and upgrading pumping stations to maintaining reservoirs and drainage systems, we support cleaner water, stronger infrastructure and more reliable services for communities.

We offer a wide range of career opportunities both on site and behind the scenes. Whether your skills are in engineering, project delivery, safety, sustainability, commercial, planning or business support, there’s a place for you at Browne. We value different perspectives and experiences, and we’re proud to be a Silver Award Investors in Diversity accredited employer.

Our teams use smart technology and a hands‑on approach to make sure every job is delivered safely and to a high standard. We support our clients through the full life of their assets, from construction and mechanical systems to long‑term maintenance.

Browne is part of Renew Holdings plc, a UK‑based group of specialist engineering companies.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who brings technical capability, leadership confidence and a proactive, solutions‑driven approach. You’ll thrive in a fast‑paced environment, enjoy juggling multiple projects and be comfortable making decisions that keep work moving smoothly and safely.

Experience & Knowledge

• Proven experience as a Site Manager or aspiring Project Manager within civil engineering, utilities or infrastructure
• Background delivering water or wastewater projects
• Commercial awareness prioritising cost control during the delivery phases of works (allocation of labour, plant and materials).
• Solid understanding of CDM Regulations and construction H&S requirements
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multidisciplinary teams
• Confident client‑facing communicator able to build strong working relationships

Skills & Attributes

• Demonstrable planning and efficient execution of works.
• Strong leadership and team‑coordination skills
• Ability to assess risks and implement effective mitigation strategies (be able to solve unforeseen problems in a live environment).
• Comfortable working in highway environments with external stakeholders and multiple delivery constraints.
• Proficient in project reporting tools and Excel‑based cost trackers.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or similar (Desirable)
• Association of Project Managers or equivalent. (Desirable )
• SMSTS and CSCS
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Temporary Works Coordinator (TWC) (Desirable: Professional membership such as ICE/CIOB/APM, AP qualification, NRSWA Supervisor)
• A61 Appointed Person (Desirable)

Browne is a Civil Engineering, MEICA and Utilities infrastructure business based in Southern England with revenues of £230m in 2025/26. It is a subsidiary of Renew Holdings plc, a leading UK Engineering Services business, performing a critical role in keeping the nation’s infrastructure functioning efficiently and safely. The Group operates through independently branded subsidiaries across its chosen markets, delivering non‑discretionary maintenance and renewal tasks through its highly skilled, directly employed workforce.