Project Manager - Water

Carrington West; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water infrastructure firm is seeking a Project Manager to oversee water capital delivery in Scotland. This role involves managing projects from design through handover, ensuring compliance with regulations and building strong relationships with stakeholders. Candidates should have a strong background in project management within the water or utilities sector and excellent communication skills. The position offers a long-term contract with competitive rates.

Qualifications

• Proven background in project management within the water or utilities sector.
• Experience managing planning, specification, design, procurement, and commissioning activities.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and civil works.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects through the full lifecycle from design to handover.
• Develop and manage tender, design, and construction programmes.
• Review contracts and ensure scope compliance.

Skills

Project management in water sector

Stakeholder management

Experience with NEC4 contracts

Health and safety management

Leadership skills

Job description

Project Manager - Water Capital Delivery

Location: Glasgow (with travel across Southern Scotland)

Rate: £400 per day Umbrella

Contract Type: Long-term contract

Join a leading water infrastructure delivery team

The Role

You will manage projects through the full lifecycle from design through to handover, ensuring compliance with contractual, quality, and health and safety requirements. The position involves regular liaison with stakeholders, managing internal and external teams, and maintaining strong working relationships with Scottish Water to support successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage tender, design, and construction programmes across the full project lifecycle.
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, and activity schedules to ensure scope compliance.
• Support procurement of subcontractors and materials, preparing estimates and quotations where required.
• Lead on health, safety, and environmental management; prepare and manage Construction Phase Plans (CPPs) and Project Quality Plans under CDM regulations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Scottish Water and other stakeholders.
• Manage and guide project teams to meet time, cost, quality, and safety objectives.

About You

• Proven background in project management within the water or utilities sector, ideally with an engineering or site-based background.
• Experience managing planning, specification, design, procurement, and commissioning activities.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and civil works within water and wastewater environments.
• Working knowledge of NEC4 contracts, QA, and health and safety procedures.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

What's on Offer

Long-term contract opportunity within a key Scottish Water framework.

Opportunity to deliver essential water infrastructure that supports growth, sustainability, and environmental improvement.

Interested?

Apply today with your up-to-date CV. If successful, one of our consultants will be in touch to discuss next steps.

Mario

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