Project Manager - Water

ZipRecruiter; Pangbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based recruitment firm is seeking a Project Manager in Pangbourne to lead complex water sector projects. You will manage staff and contractors, ensuring project delivery meets NEC contracts while cultivating strong client relationships. The ideal candidate has extensive project management experience in the water sector and strong leadership skills. This role offers a dynamic working environment and impactful contributions to sustainable water management.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for growth

Impactful projects

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience within the water sector.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent understanding of commercial and contractual frameworks, particularly NEC.
• Skilled in client liaison and stakeholder reporting.
• Highly organised, proactive, and results-driven.

Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of multidisciplinary water sector projects.
• Manage day-to-day operations of site staff and contractors.
• Produce accurate weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Maintain strong commercial awareness during project delivery.
• Collaborate closely with Contracts Managers and Engineers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients.

Skills

Project management experience

Leadership skills

Commercial awareness

Client liaison skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description

Project Manager – Water

Location: Pangbourne

Employment Type: Contract

Salary: £400 - £450 per day

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in the water sector? We are seeking a dynamic and driven individual to lead and deliver complex infrastructure projects involving civil, mechanical, electrical, and control systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the successful delivery of multidisciplinary water sector projects from inception to completion.
• Manage day-to-day operations of site staff and contractors, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity.
• Produce accurate weekly and monthly progress reports for internal and client stakeholders.
• Maintain strong commercial awareness, ensuring projects are delivered in line with contractual obligations (e.g., NEC contracts).
• Collaborate closely with Contracts Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Planners, and Engineers to ensure projects are contractually and commercially sound.
• Build and maintain excellent relationships with clients, providing clear and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle.

About You

• Proven project management experience within the water sector.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent understanding of commercial and contractual frameworks, particularly NEC.
• Skilled in client liaison and stakeholder reporting.
• Highly organised, proactive, and results-driven.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking team delivering essential infrastructure.
• Work on impactful projects that contribute to sustainable water management.
• Enjoy a supportive and collaborative working environment with opportunities for growth.