Senior Civil Project Manager – Water & Wastewater

United Infrastructure Water Limited; Fitzwilliam; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background to lead major water and wastewater projects. You will deliver projects end-to-end, ensuring safety, on-time performance, and budget control while upholding quality standards.

You will manage programmes, oversee costs and margins, mentor site teams, and coordinate with designers and supply chains. The role requires a proactive leader who communicates effectively with clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree/HND/HNC in Civil Engineering or equivalent is required.
• APM PMQ or equivalent project management qualification is required.
• SMSTS (CITB) is required.
• CSCS Manager Level is required.
• CDM Awareness is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and manage the delivery of up to £10million value projects.
• Perform Principal Contractor responsibilities in line with CDM2015.
• Implement mandatory Health, Safety and Environmental (HSQE) procedures.
• Conduct health and safety site inspections and promote proactive safety culture.
• Manage overall project programmes, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
• Oversee commercial aspects, budgeting, cost control and target margins.
• Provide line management to Site Managers, Engineers and Site Foremen.
• Co-ordinate and manage the supply chain partners, resolve issues and drive performance.
• Act as the primary client contact, building relationships and providing progress updates.
• Chair and lead project meetings, document discussions, actions and decisions.
• Control change and manage client expectations.
• Collaborate with designers on cost‑effective and buildable solutions.
• Mentor and support the professional development of project teams.
• Maintain mandatory method statements and risk assessments.
• Plan and secure resources and materials meeting delivery schedules.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering background

Team leadership

Education

Degree/HND/HNC in Civil Engineering

APM PMQ or equivalent

SMSTS (CITB)

CSCS Manager Level

CDM Awareness

Tools

MS Project

Job description

United Infrastructure is seeking a seasoned Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background to lead major water and wastewater projects. You will deliver projects end-to-end, ensuring safety, on-time performance, and budget control while upholding quality standards.

You will manage programmes, oversee costs and margins, mentor site teams, and coordinate with designers and supply chains. The role requires a proactive leader who communicates effectively with clients and stakeholders.