Project Manager - Water

Turner & Townsend; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Cambridge is seeking a Project Manager for water projects. This role involves leading Project Management Commissions and ensuring that client objectives are met within cost and time constraints. Ideal candidates will have a civil engineering background and preferably NEC accreditation, or chartered qualifications with ICE, APM, or RICS. The firm promotes diversity and inclusivity and encourages applications from all sectors.

Qualifications

• NEC (3/4) accreditation preferred.
• Experience in water sector is an advantage.
• Chartered status is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Project Management Commissions, ensuring timely delivery.
• Support major Project Management Commissions.
• Ensure client objectives are met within cost targets.

Skills

Project Management

Civil Engineering

Client Relationship Management

Education

Degree in a construction-related subject

Chartered with ICE, APM, RICS etc.

Job description

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Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together to deliver outcomes that improve people’s lives.

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our busy and expanding Infrastructure business, supporting our clients in delivering a range of water projects and programmes across the Midlands and Central South.

Owing to the complex nature of the works involved, this role will suit Project Managers from a civil engineering background, ideally with previous water sector experience. NEC accreditation is also preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for end‑to‑end service delivery.
• Provide support on major Project Management Commissions, taking responsibility for an aspect of service delivery.
• Ensure that client objectives are met and that projects are delivered on time, within cost targets and to the appropriate quality standards.

Qualifications

• NEC (3/4) accreditation (preferred).
• Preferred if chartered/qualified with ICE, APM, RICS etc.
• Degree qualified in a construction‑related subject.

Key Performance Indicators

• Projects managed to the right quality standards and completed efficiently, on time and to budget.
• Project delivery meets the client’s objectives and is in line with the conditions of appointment.
• The project team is led effectively.
• Strong relationships are developed with clients and members of the cross‑functional team.
• General line management responsibilities (where appropriate) are effectively discharged.
• Business development opportunities with existing and new clients, including cross‑selling, are identified and acted upon.
• The internal financial status of all projects is effectively monitored.
• Key information and data is effectively cascaded and appropriately retained.

Additional Information

• Turner & Townsend is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• For more information, please visit www.turnerandtownsend.com.

Location: Cambridge, England, United Kingdom.