Project Manager

Gold Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor is seeking Project Managers to join their Water Capital Delivery Framework in the East of England. The role offers competitive salaries between £45,000-£90,000, depending on experience, with additional benefits including a car allowance and private healthcare. Candidates should have proven experience in the water sector and strong leadership skills. This position provides an excellent opportunity for career development within a reputable firm.

Benefits

Car/allowance

Private pension contributions

Private healthcare

25 days leave + bank holidays

Career development pathways

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering projects in water sector or civil engineering.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing successful delivery of water infrastructure projects.
• Leading site teams to ensure safe and efficient project delivery.
• Managing subcontractors, programme, budget, and quality.

Skills

Leadership and communication skills

Experience in water sector

Managing site teams

Job description

Project Managers - Water Capital Delivery Framework

Assistant, Intermediate & Senior Roles Available

East of England | £45,000-£90,000 + package

I'm partnering with one of the UK's leading main contractors to support the growth of their Water Capital Delivery Framework across the East of England. With a secured pipeline of work and multiple schemes mobilising, they are now looking to appoint Project Managers at Assistant, Intermediate and Senior levels.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering complex civil engineering projects, offering exposure to exciting projects and long‑term career development.

The Role

Depending on experience level, you will be responsible for managing the successful delivery of water infrastructure and capital upgrade projects across the region. Responsibilities include:

• Leading and motivating site teams to ensure safe, efficient project delivery
• Managing subcontractors, programme, budget, and quality
• Working closely with commercial, design and operational teams
• Ensuring compliance with CDM and company procedures
• For Senior PMs: overseeing multiple projects simultaneously and supporting junior staff

These roles require regular travel across various project sites throughout the East of England, so flexibility is essential.

About You

Project Managers considering these opportunities must have:

• Proven experience delivering projects within the water sector or wider utilities/civil engineering environment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A track record of managing site teams and driving performance
• Full UK driving licence
• For senior positions: experience managing multiple projects and larger delivery teams

What's on Offer

• Competitive salaries from £45,000-£90,000, depending on level
• Car/allowance
• Private pension contributions
• Private healthcare
• 25 days leave + bank holidays
• Career development pathways within a market‑leading contractor
• Long‑term pipeline of secured work

If you're an experienced Project Manager looking for a new opportunity with an industry leading name, get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on (phone number removed).

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