Project Manager - Water Sector

Stantec Inc.; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UK seeks a Project Manager to oversee complex water sector projects. The role involves managing project lifecycles, budgets, and schedules while ensuring client satisfaction and compliance with quality standards. Candidates should have a degree in engineering or a related field and experience in the water sector. Strong interpersonal skills and project management certifications are advantageous, as well as a commitment to mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, environmental science, or project management is essential.
• Experience in the water sector is crucial.
• NEC contracts knowledge and risk-based approach experience are beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of water sector projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Prepare and present updates to stakeholders.
• Support the development of junior team members.

Skills

Project management principles

Client relationship management

Risk identification and mitigation

Collaboration

Education

Degree in engineering or related discipline

Professional certification (PMP or APM)

Job description

Responsibilities

As a Project Manager at Stantec, you will play a pivotal role in delivering complex, multi-disciplinary water sector projects across all stages of the project lifecycle. You'll work closely with both internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. This role is particularly well suited to individuals who thrive in collaborative environments and are committed to delivering excellent client service. The position will be based at our offices in High Wycombe, London, Reading or Cambridge. In this role, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of water sector projects, ensuring they align with client expectations and adhere to Stantec's Project Management Framework. You'll be responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders. A key part of your responsibilities will include identifying and mitigating risks early, addressing issues proactively to keep projects on track. You will also manage project budgets, schedules, and resources to ensure both financial and operational targets are met. Regular reporting will be required, and you'll prepare and present updates and documentation to a range of internal and external audiences. Supporting the development of junior team members through coaching and mentoring is also an important aspect of the role, contributing to the growth and strength of our wider Project Management community. Throughout all project activities, you will be expected to uphold and promote compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Qualifications

• You should hold a degree in engineering, environmental science, project management, or a related discipline, and have a strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and methodologies.
• A professional certification, such as PMP or APM, would be advantageous. Experience working with NEC contracts and delivering projects using a risk-based approach is also beneficial.
• Experience in the water sector is essential for this role as well as a background in delivering detailed engineering services, either in collaboration with contractors or through managing complex infrastructure projects.

EEO Statement

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. Building an inspired, inclusive work environment that attracts, supports, and develops world-class talent is a crucial key to our success.