Project Manager - Wastewater

Matchtech; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or car allowance

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Matchtech Group’s client, a leading organisation in the water sector, seeks an experienced Project Manager to join the Bradford team on a full-time permanent basis, managing projects under the Yorkshire Water contract.

You will build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, oversee concise reporting, coordinate with the commercial team on tenders, and ensure governance and safety compliance across projects.

Qualifications

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
• Ability to present with assurance and confidence.
• Understanding of commercial and financial metrics.
• Experience in internal and external customer management.
• Knowledge of the construction market.
• Proficiency in project management methodology.
• Broad understanding of construction Health and Safety law and legislation.
• Previous project management experience in a senior capacity.
• Experience of proven line management responsibility.
• Ability to travel as required to meet the needs of the role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients and wastewater division stakeholders.
• Provide clear instructions and consistent delivery to inspire confidence.
• Lead localised reporting by preparing and planning concise reports for projects within your area.
• Ensure efficient resource allocation for successful project delivery.
• Coordinate with the commercial team on tenders and proposals, ensuring alignment with governance processes.
• Secure new sales to support the annual financial plan.
• Ensure all projects comply with contracts, statutory regulations, SHEQ requirements, and industry standards.
• Support the business through effective communication in meetings, briefings, reporting, and other forums.
• Foster strong partnerships with suppliers to drive innovation for customers.

Skills

Influencing & negotiation

Presentation with assurance

Commercial & financial metrics

Customer management

Construction market knowledge

Project management methodology

Health & Safety compliance

Senior project management experience

People/line management

Travel flexibility

Job description

Our client, a leading organisation in the water sector, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their team based in Bradford. This is a full-time permanent position focused on managing projects under the Yorkshire Water contract.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with clients and wastewater division stakeholders
• Provide clear instructions and consistent delivery to inspire confidence
• Lead localised reporting by preparing and planning concise reports for projects within your area
• Ensure efficient resource allocation for successful project delivery
• Coordinate with the commercial team on tenders and proposals, ensuring alignment with governance processes
• Secure new sales to support the annual financial plan
• Ensure all projects comply with contracts, statutory regulations, SHEQ requirements, and industry standards
• Support the business through effective communication in meetings, briefings, reporting, and other forums
• Foster strong partnerships with suppliers to drive innovation for customers

Job Requirements:

• Strong influencing and negotiation skills
• Ability to present with assurance and confidence
• Understanding of commercial and financial metrics
• Experience in internal and external customer management
• Knowledge of the construction market
• Proficiency in project management methodology
• Broad understanding of construction Health and Safety law and legislation
• Previous project management experience in a senior capacity
• Experience of proven line management responsibility
• Ability to travel as required to meet the needs of the role

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company car or car allowance