Project Manager

Gold Group Limited; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contracting firm in Peterborough is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee the delivery of infrastructure projects in the water sector. This role includes leading a multidisciplinary team and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Competitive salary of £60,000 to £85,000 plus benefits including hybrid working and professional growth opportunities. Ideal for experienced professionals looking to make a significant impact in water quality and sustainability.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Travel allowance of £5,000

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Contributory pension scheme

Clear pathways for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading project teams in a performance-driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• Ability to manage full project lifecycle from scope to handover.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary team through the full project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate cost and resource forecasts.

Skills

Project management experience in the water sector

Health & Safety knowledge

Experience with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts

Excellent communication skills

Team leadership

Job description

Sector: Construction Type: Permanent

Project Manager - Water Sector - Peterborough

Our client is a leading main contractor delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure programmes for clients across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their delivery team in Peterborough on a long term utilities framework that includes the upgrades to a number of major assets across the East Midlands and East of England. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to play a pivotal part in projects that directly impact water quality, safety, and sustainability.

Role Overview

As Project Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary team through the full project lifecycle - from scoping and construction to handover and warranty management. You will be accountable for ensuring projects are delivered on time, to budget, and in line with industry and safety standards, while maintaining strong governance and compliance with all regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure CDM compliance and champion a 'Zero-Harm' culture across all schemes.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, empowering engineers and commercial staff to innovate and deliver solutions.
• Translate programme-level strategy into measurable outcomes, optimising team utilisation.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, from initial need through to completion and post-handover warranty issues.
• Maintain accurate cost and resource forecasts, resolving issues in collaboration with Commercial and Planning teams.
• Oversee solutions that are commercially viable, safe, and fit for purpose.
• Deliver key project milestones including rehearsals and fit-for-assembly reviews.
• Foster collaboration across internal alliances and external stakeholders to promote knowledge sharing.
• Proven project management experience within the water or other similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• Experience working within commercial frameworks and familiarity with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.
• Demonstrated success leading teams in a performance-driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to challenge stakeholders constructively.

Benefits and Development

• Competitive starting salary from £60,000 to £85,000
• Travel allowance of £5,000
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to five additional days.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Clear pathways for professional growth within a market-leading infrastructure provider.

This is a high-impact role offering the chance to lead critical projects that shape the water industry. Applications are being shortlisted now - experienced professionals seeking to progress their career in the sector should get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on 01342 330539.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.