Project Manager - Water Industry

Ecruit; Bridgwater; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water industry company based in Bridgwater is seeking a Project Manager. In this role, you will oversee water sector projects, managing everything from project planning to final delivery. You will ensure site safety, manage finances, and mentor team members. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and a full UK driving licence. This full-time position offers a car allowance or company vehicle, supporting both career growth and flexibility.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

Regular training and career progression plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience delivering projects in the water industry.
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope water sector projects.
• Create project estimates and schedules.
• Manage risk and ensure site safety.
• Oversee project finances and maintain relationships.

Skills

Project management

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

IT proficiency

Job description

Project Manager - Water Industry – £ 60,000 + Car allowance or company vehicle– Bridgwater,TA6

The Role

Step into a Project Manager role where your decisions matter, your growth is supported, and your work directly shapes vital water infrastructure.

At BW C, you won’t just manage projects—you’ll lead them with the autonomy to make an impact and the support to take your career to the next level. We deliver specialist MEICA services to top-tier clients across the M5 Corridor and are proud to offer something different : a close-knit team, flexibility, and long-term stability.

In this role, you'll take full ownership of water sector projects—from the first client call to final sign-off. It’s your chance to step into a high-responsibility role with variety, challenge, and support built in. This is a full-time position (40 hours / week) with hybrid working to help you manage your time effectively.

Ideal for candidates in Exeter, Bristol, Exmouth, Cullompton, Tiverton, Honiton, Taunton, Wellington.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and scope projects – Build your leadership profile by setting the direction from day one
• Create estimates and schedules – Boost your commercial skills and control the pace of delivery
• Lead change and negotiate confidently – Raise your professional credibility with clients
• Manage risk and ensure site safety – Be the go-to expert who keeps things running safely and smoothly
• Oversee project finances – Strengthen your strategic thinking and gain real budget responsibility
• Build and maintain relationships – Grow your influence with clients, suppliers and partners
• Mentor engineers – Sharpen your coaching skills and become a key figure in the team’s development

Company

For over 30 years, BW C has delivered specialist MEICA services to major names in the water industry. We’re a trusted, independent team of 25+ professionals known for doing great work and treating people right. We invest in our staff and provide long-term career paths, not just jobs.

Benefits

• Car allowance or company vehicle
• Regular training and career progression plans

The Person

• You’ve delivered water industry projects for 5+ years
• You take ownership and solve problems quickly and confidently
• You’re organised, calm under pressure, and manage multiple tasks with ease
• You communicate clearly with clients, teams and suppliers
• You’re confident with IT and hold a full UK driving licence

What’s Next

If you’re ready for a role where you’re trusted to lead and supported to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now and take control of your career with BW C.