Senior Project Manager

Southern Water; Falmer; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water services provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee the delivery of major wastewater infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will manage a budget of £100-200m while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Key qualifications include extensive experience in project delivery within the utilities sector, strong leadership skills, and relevant certifications. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant investments in the water industry and improve service excellence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in infrastructure program and project delivery, particularly in the water or utilities industry.
• Proven experience of designing and building contracts.
• Ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct multiple programmes of work with an overall budget of £100-200m.
• Lead the day-to-day management of the Wastewater Network Developer Service Delivery team.
• Drive continuous improvement in programme delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Degree in Science, Engineering, or Management

Chartered status (or working towards it)

Tools

APM Project Professional Qualification

Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner

NEC for Project Managers

Job description

Closing Date

2026-01-07

Job Title :

Senior Project Manager – Capital Delivery Waste Water

Location :

Falmer or Chatham

Contract Type :

Full Time, Perm

Hours :

37

Salary : to be discussed at the screening stage

Are you ready to take on a key leadership role in the infrastructure and wastewater sector? We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to oversee high-impact design and construction programmes within the Wastewater Network Developer Service Delivery team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive the performance and efficiency of major infrastructure projects, delivering outcomes aligned with our strategic goals.

Job Overview

As a Senior Project Manager, you'll be responsible for managing and directing multiple programmes of work, with an overall budget of £100-200m across a 5-year AMP cycle. You will play a key role in ensuring projects meet Water Industry National Environment Programme (WINEP) and Outcome Delivery Incentive (ODI) outcomes, while managing complex, strategic, and tactical growth and maintenance schemes.

Responsibilities will include :

• Lead the day-to-day management of the Wastewater Network Developer Service Delivery team, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Provide leadership to the Wastewater Capital Delivery teams responsible for network growth and maintenance.
• Drive continuous improvement in programme delivery, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and quality standards.
• Manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication and collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee the financial forecasting, risk management, and performance reporting of major infrastructure projects.

About You

• Experience: Extensive experience in infrastructure program and project delivery, particularly in the water or utilities industry.
• Experience: Proven experience of designing and building of contracts.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams, with strong delegation and problem-solving skills.
• Qualifications: Degree in Science, Engineering, or Management (or equivalent experience). Chartered status or working towards it is highly desirable.
• Certifications: APM Project Professional Qualification, Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner, and NEC for Project Managers.

Southern Water is at the forefront of transforming Britain’s water industry, investing significantly to enhance resilience, sustainability, and service excellence. With £7.8bn planned investment for 2025-30, this is an unparalleled opportunity to join a business committed to delivering a generational shift in the way water services are managed.

You will be joining at a time of significant change, working alongside a highly skilled leadership team with a clear vision for the future. We offer an environment where senior professionals can make a meaningful impact, influence major strategic decisions, and drive long-term value creation

Inclusive & Empowering

"At Southern Water, we believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and think you can bring value to our team, we’d love to hear from you—even if you don’t tick every box. Your unique skills and experiences could be exactly what we need."

If this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for but are keen to be contacted about opportunities at Southern Water, you can register your details here : Introduce Yourself (myworkdaysite.com- Introduce Yourself)

Our Commitment to Diversity

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, or any other protected characteristic. If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.

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