Project Manager – Water Sector

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental engineering firm in Shrewsbury seeks a Project Manager to oversee complex, multi-disciplinary water sector projects. You will lead planning and execution, manage budgets, and maintain strong client relationships while upholding health and safety standards. Ideal candidates should hold a degree in a related field with project management experience, particularly in the water sector. This role promotes collaboration and mentoring within the team.

Qualifications

• Professional certification like PMP or APM would be advantageous.
• Experience in delivering detailed engineering services.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of water sector projects.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Prepare and present updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management principles

Client relationship management

Risk management

Budgeting and scheduling

Education

Degree in engineering, environmental science, or project management

Tools

NEC contracts

Project Management Framework

Job description

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 can be based in one of our offices located in Shrewsbury, Derby, Birmingham, Redditch, Bristol, Cardiff, Taunton, Exeter, Plymouth, or Truro.

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.

About You

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. Ideally, you will have experience in the water sector and a background in delivering detailed engineering services, either in collaboration with contractors or through managing complex infrastructure projects.

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