Project Manager

Severn Trent; South Derbyshire; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme up to £2,250

Family-friendly policies

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave

Training and development with our Acad

EV scheme and retail offers

Volunteering days

Job summary

Severn Trent is looking for an experienced Project Manager to lead Capital Delivery projects that improve essential water and wastewater services. You’ll manage the full lifecycle, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure safe, on-time delivery while controlling budgets and risks.

You’ll work in a team valuing collaboration, clear communication, and strong contracting oversight, with flexible office and home-working arrangements for the role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering engineering, construction, operational or capital projects from initiation through to completion.
• Strong project management experience including programme management, risk management, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and challenge.
• Experience managing contractors and supply chain partners to achieve project outcomes.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of project controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through their full lifecycle from initiation to delivery.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and coordinate internal/external teams.
• Control budgets and assess risks to keep projects on track.
• Ensure safe, compliant delivery of capital investment programmes.

Skills

Project management

Programme management

Risk management

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Contractor management

Communication

Education

Engineering/Construction/Environmental or PM discipline

Tools

APM qualification

NEC contracts knowledge

Job description

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement, and we’re equally proud of our strong Glassdoor score — reflecting how much our people love working here.

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement, and we’re equally proud of our strong Glassdoor score — reflecting how much our people love working here. Join us to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace. If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

We're looking for experienced Project Managers who are passionate about delivering projects that make a real difference to our customers, communities and the environment. You'll be comfortable leading projects through their full lifecycle, managing stakeholder relationships, controlling budgets and risks, and ensuring safe, successful delivery of capital investment projects. We're looking for an Project Manager to join our Capital Delivery team.

How We Work

Working arrangements vary across our Capital Delivery teams and are agreed on a manager-by-manager basis. As a result, office and home-working expectations may differ depending on the team and role you join.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Proven experience delivering engineering, construction, operational or capital projects from initiation through to completion.
• Strong project management experience, including programme management, risk management, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and coordinating internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and challenge where appropriate.
• Experience managing contractors and supply chain partners to achieve project outcomes.
• Commercial awareness and a strong understanding of project controls.
• Ability to make decisions, manage competing priorities and drive projects forward.
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience within the water, wastewater, utilities, engineering or infrastructure sectors.
• Experience delivering medium to large-scale capital projects.
• Knowledge of NEC contracts and project management frameworks.
• Understanding of CDM regulations and health & safety requirements within a project delivery environment.
• APM qualification or equivalent.
• NEC accreditation.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Construction, Environmental or Project Management related discipline.

Our Capital Delivery teams are responsible for delivering a diverse portfolio of projects across our Water, Waste and Infrastructure programmes. As a Project Manager, you'll lead projects that improve and maintain essential services for millions of customers while helping shape the future of our water and wastewater networks and treatment assets.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

Note : This advert is being used to identify talented Project Managers interested in joining our Capital Delivery team. While there isn't a specific vacancy or hiring manager attached to this advert, applications will be reviewed and considered for suitable Assistant Project Manager opportunities across our Water, Waste and Infrastructure programmes as they arise.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

Benefits

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you’ll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2.250 , which is subject to eligibility)
• Family-friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Two paid volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.