Project Manager - Thames Water

Bridges Electrical Engineers; Maidstone; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car/Car allowance

Health cash plan

Standard pension

Life Assurance

Employee discounts

Bike to work

Training opportunities

Employee referral bonus

Employee recognition schemes

Enhanced parental pay

Job summary

Bridges Electrical Engineers is seeking a Project Manager to oversee Thames Water Framework projects from our Maidstone office. You will lead planning, execution and delivery with a focus on time, scope and budget.

The role involves coordinating staff and subcontractors, ensuring RAMS, and reporting monthly project economics. The ideal candidate will have CDM experience (SSSTS/SMSTS preferred), CSCS card, relevant NVQ/CG qualifications, and a robust background in water/MEICA/civils projects.

Qualifications

• CDM Awareness is essential (SSSTS/SMSTS preferred).
• CSCS card required.
• Industry qualifications such as NVQ/CG or equivalent expected.
• Valid driving licence required.
• Experience in water/MEICA/civils and site delivery is essential.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and lead teams.
• Strong understanding of project governance and commercial aspects.
• Good knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution and delivery of projects from inception to completion.
• Manage staff and subcontractors across assigned projects.
• Ensure health and safety compliance and RAMS completion.
• Create and manage project documentation and monitor monthly expenditures.
• Maintain close liaison with clients and stakeholders.
• Proactively manage environmental impact and regulatory compliance.

Skills

CDM Awareness

Health & Safety knowledge

Leadership / team management

Project governance understanding

Commercial awareness

Driving licence

Education

NVQ/C&G

HNC/HND

Job description

Role purpose

We are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to work on our Thames Water Framework, reporting to our Maidstone office.

With a hybrid working model, ideally you would be willing to commute to the Maidstone office once or twice weekly. You will be expected to travel to HQ at least once a month for project reviews and visit client sites regularly.

At Bridges we are more than Engineers.

We are listed on the Sunday Times Top 100 Places to Work 2024.

As a team we shape and support engineering and construction for our clients who in turn touch the daily lives of millions of people across the UK. We have a large diverse team of talented Safe & Happy People, combining their strengths and ambition to bring innovation and evolution which ensures Sustainability for all stakeholders.

Across our key sectors – Water, Power, Energy and Aggregates, and supported through our regional office network supported by our manufacturing hub located in the heart of Somerset which forms part of our 60,000ft head office complex – we deliver diverse and interesting projects and programmes throughout UK infrastructure.

Our projects range in value from £5k to £15m, taking the role of Principal Contractor and Principal Designer on various schemes, and supporting our valued Tier 1 contractor clients in a subcontractor and off‑site manufacturing capacity.

Role overview

As a Project Manager at Bridges, you will oversee the successful planning, execution, and delivery of projects from inception to completion. Working closely with cross‑functional teams, you’ll ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget. Your leadership will be pivotal in coordinating resources, managing timelines, and navigating challenges to achieve outstanding results.

The Role

• Contracted to 40hrs per week, Monday to Friday.
• Management of staff and subcontractors working on assigned projects
• Taking responsibility for the health & safety of self and all under your control, completion of RAMS.
• Creation and management of the appropriate Project Documentation and control of project expenditure within a monthly project reporting structure
• Close liaison and management of the Client and other stakeholders as appropriate
• Proactively manage the impact on and protection of the environment.

Essential

• CDM Awareness (ideally SSSTS or SMSTS)
• CSCS card
• Industry Based qualifications (NVQ/C&G)
• Driving licence
• Industrial engineering experience – ie water industry, MEICA, civils
• Experience in the design and delivery of projects
• Experience in managing CDM sites and working on CDM sites
• Capable of effectively managing more than one project at any one time, depending on complexity
• Capable of effectively managing teams, including employees and subcontractors
• Understanding of project governance procedures and commercial aspects of projects
• Sound knowledge of H&S legislation and regulations

Desirable

• HNC / HND level qualifications
• Site experience is essential, currently or previously in a supervisory site role or Project engineer role.
• Southern Water Experience is desirable but not essential.

BENEFITS OF WORKING FOR BRIDGES

RoSPA Gold Medal winner, Bridges - is an excellent company to work for and a great place to develop your career. Our goal is to exceed the very highest standards and ensure our people work in a culture of health, safety and well‑being.

We are currently holders of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award, which reinforces our commitment to supporting the armed forces community.

We are a family‑run business with a friendly and welcoming culture, and we are dedicated to helping our employees learn, develop, and achieve success - along with us and throughout their careers.

Bridges also offers an excellent benefits package:

• Competitive salaries
• Company car/car allowance
• Health cash plan with Healthshield
• Standard Life Pension Scheme - 5% company contribution
• Life Assurance Scheme
• Employee Discount Scheme
• Bike 2 Work scheme
• Training and development opportunities
• Employee referral scheme - £1,000 if you successfully introduce someone
• Employee recognition schemes
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

When you join us, you’ll be part of our exciting journey.

Wherever your journey begins with us, through mutual engagement, we’ll make sure you are supported and invested in. We believe in ‘team bridges’ and leadership at all levels with our guiding principles: Safe People, Happy People, Sustainable Business.

Come and be part of our team!

Bridges is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring equality and diversity within the workplace