Project Manager - Water Industry

Ecruit; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water management consultancy is looking for an experienced Project Manager who has delivered water projects for over 5 years. This full-time role involves planning and managing projects, negotiating with clients, and ensuring site safety. You will mentor engineers, oversee project budgets, and build client relationships. The position offers a competitive salary of £60,000 plus car allowance or company vehicle, with a supportive and growth-oriented work environment that promotes career progression.

Benefits

Car allowance or company vehicle

Regular training and career progression plans

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in delivering water industry projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ownership capabilities.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Clear communication abilities with clients and teams.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and scope projects for effective delivery.
• Create estimates and manage project schedules.
• Lead changes and negotiate with clients.
• Manage risks and ensure site safety.
• Oversee project finances and budgets.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Mentor team engineers for development.

Skills

Project management

Risk management

Negotiation

Relationship building

Mentoring

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.