Project Manager – Temporary Contract

Wasterecruit Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water & wastewater solutions provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee projects valued between £1–2 million. In this role, you’ll manage project delivery, ensuring all objectives are met on time and on budget. Ideal candidates will have experience in managing large design & build projects, a degree in engineering, and strong communication skills. Join a growth-focused team and contribute to innovative projects.

Benefits

Growth-focused team

Exposure to major capital projects

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience managing medium to large-scale design & build projects.
• Recognized project management qualifications required.
• Ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage project delivery to meet objectives.
• Control and monitor project budgets and timelines.
• Develop project programs including design and construction phases.
• Manage contracts and ensure compliance with technical requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with all project stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

CDM regulations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Join a growing leader in water & wastewater process solutions.

Our client provides industrial and commercial customers with independent, specialist water and wastewater process solutions and asset management services, tailored to meet diverse operational needs. As part of an ambitious growth strategy to secure major design & build, operation, and maintenance contracts, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of major capital projects — on time, on budget, and to specification.

As Project Manager, you will take full ownership for the planning, development, and delivery of engineering projects valued between £1–2 million, from initial design through to commissioning and handover. You’ll work closely with internal teams, clients, and contractors to ensure projects meet all technical, financial, commercial, and safety objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management to ensure successful project outcomes, focusing on health, safety, environmental, and customer satisfaction.
• Control, monitor, report, and deliver works within agreed timescales and budgets, adhering to company processes.
• Develop and deliver comprehensive project programmes including design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Manage technical, financial, commercial, and site aspects of project delivery.
• Prepare and review contracts and subcontracts, ensuring technical and commercial requirements are met.
• Liaise with customers, suppliers, designers, subcontractors, and operators to ensure effective project coordination.
• Ensure CDM compliance and promote technical robustness and process innovation.
• Support tendering activities and provide project management input to design & build proposals.
• Coach and mentor project engineers to ensure consistent delivery standards.
• Provide clear, tailored progress reports and risk updates to stakeholders.

About You

• Demonstrable experience managing medium to large-scale design & build projects, ideally in the water or wastewater sector.
• A degree in engineering (preferably mechanical) and recognised project management qualifications.
• Strong experience managing CDM regulations, contractors, and on-site construction teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
• A proactive, flexible, and solutions-driven approach, with the ability to perform under pressure.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• The ability to travel as required.

Why Join?

• Play a key role in delivering innovative and sustainable water & wastewater projects.
• Join a supportive, growth-focused team with a strong project pipeline.
• Gain exposure to major capital project delivery in a dynamic environment.

If you’re a proven Project Manager ready to take ownership of major engineering projects and deliver real results, we’d love to hear from you. Please send a CV to [e-mail] or call 01252 353080 quoting reference M9594.