Senior Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Senior Project Manager to lead high-profile projects that enhance water services. This full-time role involves strategic oversight, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in project management within the utilities sector, along with a relevant degree and certifications. This innovative firm offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and opportunities for professional development, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about driving impactful change in the industry.

Benefits

Company and performance-related bonus

Generous pension up to 11% company contribution

25 days annual leave

Life assurance equal to 4x salary

Salary sacrifice electric car scheme

Fully funded eye tests

Two paid volunteering days a year

Discounts with over 800 popular retailers

Study support for job-related qualifications

Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in project delivery in the water or utilities industry.
• Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage design and construction programs.
• Engage with stakeholders for seamless project execution.

Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Financial Reporting

Education

Degree in Science, Engineering, or Management

Tools

APM Project Professional Qualification

Managing Successful Programmes Practitioner

NEC for Project Managers

Job description

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Location: Burham – Hybrid Working with occasional site visits

Salary: up to £80,000 depending on skills and experience

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for driving impactful change? Southern Water is seeking a dynamic Senior Project Manager to spearhead the delivery of high-profile projects and programs that shape the future of water services and Capital Delivery. This is a unique opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex projects, and ensure that Southern Water continues to provide reliable and sustainable services to millions of customers.

Job Overview

The Senior Project Manager will be part of Capital delivery which involves the planning, management, and execution of large-scale projects aimed at improving and maintaining water services across the Southern Water region. This process is critical to ensuring that we can meet regulatory requirements, deliver reliable services to customers, and support environmental sustainability.

Responsibilities will include:

• Project Oversight: Plan, direct, and manage design and construction programs to achieve business goals within schedule and budget.
• Team Leadership : Provide direction and motivation to a team of professionals, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Risk Management: Implement and oversee risk management strategies to mitigate potential issues and ensure project success.
• Stakeholder Management: Engage with a diverse range of stakeholders, including customers, operations, and delivery partners, to ensure seamless project execution.
• Financial & Performance Reporting : Monitor project performance, and financial forecasting, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements

About You

• Experience: Extensive experience in project delivery, particularly in the water or utilities industry.
• Experience: NEC4 experience
• 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.

Package

This role will be full-time Monday to Friday 37 hours a week.

We are offering a salary of up to £80,000 per annum depending on skills and experience as well as other benefits including:

• Company and performance-related bonus

• Generous pension up to 11% company contribution

• 25 days annual leave

• Life assurance equal to 4x salary

• Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service)

• Full funded eye tests

• Two paid volunteering days a year

• Discounts with over 800 popular retailers

• Study support may be available for job-related qualifications

• Competitive maternity leave and flexible return to work options