Project Manager - Water

Access Talent Group; City of Edinburgh, Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy team is looking for a Project Manager to lead major water and wastewater projects across Scotland. This position requires strong leadership skills and a proactive mindset to ensure project success. Candidates should have experience in project management systems and an understanding of NEC4 contracts. The role offers flexible hybrid working and involvement in long-term projects with significant career security.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a similar role within the water or infrastructure sector is desirable.
• Full UK right to work required.
• Knowledge and application of NEC4 contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through the full lifecycle from inception to handover.
• Manage financial and contractual aspects of projects.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships.

Skills

Project management systems proficiency

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Commercial awareness

Risk management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Construction, or related discipline

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Project Manager to join a growing consultancy team delivering on major water and wastewater frameworks across Scotland. This role offers the chance to work on prestigious long-term programmes leading into AMP8, AMP9, and beyond—securing a varied career path in one of the UK’s most vital industries. You’ll work with multidisciplinary teams to support the delivery of projects that directly impact millions of people, ensuring resilient and sustainable water services for generations to come. Working hours: BST 08:00–18:00 (Mon/Thu) and 08:00–16:00 (Fri).

Responsibilities

• Lead projects through the full lifecycle, from inception to handover, applying the four pillars of project management: Plan, Organise, Lead, Control.
• Manage financial and contractual aspects of projects, ensuring compliance with NEC4 contracts, budgets, and timeframes.
• Work closely with programming, logistics, and operational teams to meet project requirements.
• Apply and champion company systems and processes, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Prepare and monitor accurate financial control systems, including monthly cost/value reconciliations.
• Support the preparation of estimates and proposals during the bid stage.
• Build and maintain positive client relationships, negotiating and resolving issues effectively.

What We’re Looking For

• We’re seeking someone with a proactive mindset and strong leadership skills who is passionate about delivering successful water-sector projects.
• Desirable: Water authority experience, but not essential. Interest in transitioning into the sector is welcome.
• Proficiency in project management systems, processes, and tools.
• Solid experience managing projects within technical, construction, or utilities sectors.
• Knowledge and application of NEC4 contracts and compensation events.
• Strong commercial awareness with financial and contractual control experience.
• Ability to identify and manage risks effectively.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Construction, or a related discipline (preferred but not essential).
• 3+ years’ experience in a similar role within the water or infrastructure sector is desirable.
• Full UK right to work

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working.
• Involvement in long-term Scottish Water frameworks with significant career security.
• Opportunities to work on major capital delivery projects.
• A collaborative and supportive environment with training, mentoring, and structured career development.

If you are interested in the role, please contact Cameron Green on 02380981322 or Email [e-mail].