Senior Project Manager

Deltra Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Utilities organization seeks an experienced Senior Project Manager in Greater London to oversee high-value projects aimed at improving wastewater treatment works. The role requires leading projects end-to-end, developing procurement strategies, and ensuring effective stakeholder collaboration. Ideal candidates will hold an engineering degree and have significant experience in delivering major projects in regulated infrastructure. We are looking for a leader who champions health and safety, aiming for zero incidents. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Chartered status is preferred.
• Experience delivering major complex projects in regulated infrastructure.
• Strong utilities experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects end-to-end.
• Shape solutions to meet project objectives.
• Develop procurement strategies and oversee contracts.
• Manage contractor performance for quality delivery.
• Champion Health & Safety with a vision of zero incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical decision-making

Contract negotiation

Project management

Education

Engineering or relevant degree

Postgraduate business/project management qualifications

Job description

Overview

Deltra are working with a large Utilities organisation who are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team and drive major improvements to wastewater treatment works. This is a fantastic opportunity to oversee high‑value projects, guide multi‑disciplined teams, and deliver outcomes that truly matter to communities.

Role

• Lead projects end‑to‑end.
• Shape solutions and business cases that meet ambitious project objectives.
• Develop procurement strategies and oversee specifications and contract documentation.
• Secure third‑party consents and manage risks to keep projects on track.
• Collaborate with planning authorities and stakeholders for timely delivery.
• Champion Health & Safety with a vision of zero incidents, zero harm, zero compromises.
• Manage contractor performance to deliver on time, cost, and quality.
• Drive continuous improvement and deliver against stretching targets.
• Oversee commercial contracts to achieve optimal outcomes.

Requirements

• Engineering or relevant degree, chartered status, and ideally postgraduate business/project management qualifications.
• Experience delivering major complex projects (up to £100m) in regulated infrastructure.
• Must have previous utilities experience.
• Strong knowledge of contract preparation, tendering, evaluation, and negotiation.
• Risk‑based and analytical decision‑making skills.
• Excellent leadership and communication across multi‑disciplined teams.

If this mathes your skillset, apply now. I look forward to hearing from you