Project Manager

Severn Trent; South Derbyshire; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Annual bonus

Family-friendly policies

Pension – 15% matching

Sharesave

Academy training

EV scheme

Volunteering days

Job summary

Severn Trent is seeking experienced Project Managers to deliver capital projects that benefit customers and communities. You will lead projects through their full lifecycle, manage stakeholder relationships, budgets, and risks, and ensure safe, successful delivery while coordinating internal teams and external partners.

Working arrangements vary; office and home-working are considered on a manager-by-manager basis within our Capital Delivery teams. A Full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering engineering, construction, operational or capital projects from initiation 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; 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 full lifecycle for capital delivery.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, budgets and risks.
• Ensure safe, successful delivery of capital projects.
• Coordinate internal and external teams and contractors to achieve outcomes.
• Maintain programme governance and reporting to leadership.

Skills

Project management experience

Stakeholder management

Budgeting and forecasting

Cross-disciplinary leadership

Contractor & supply chain management

Decision making & prioritisation

Communication skills

Full UK driving licence

Education

Engineering/Construction/Environmental/PM degree or equivalent

Tools

APM qualification

NEC contract knowledge

CDM 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.

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 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.

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 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