Senior Project Manager

TN United Kingdom; Isleworth; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead significant projects enhancing infrastructure resilience. This role offers the opportunity to manage complex projects and engage with stakeholders at all levels. You will develop procurement strategies, oversee contract documentation, and ensure timely project delivery. Join a dynamic team committed to making a difference in the community and the environment, while enjoying a competitive salary and a range of benefits including a car allowance and private healthcare. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Annual Bonus

Private Healthcare

Pension Contributions

Medical Assessments

26 Days Holiday

Increasing Holiday with Service

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering major complex projects up to £100m.
• Knowledge of contract preparation and tendering processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead project delivery ensuring compliance and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop procurement strategies and manage contract matters.

Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Project Management

Risk Management

Contract Negotiation

Analytical Decision-Making

Education

Engineering Degree

Project Management Qualification

Job description

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Senior Project Manager at Thames Water

The successful candidate for this role will have the unique opportunity to enhance the resilience of our second-largest sewage treatment works. As Senior Project Manager, you will lead the team in successfully delivering the current project at the site, which will continue over the next few years. You will also lead an upcoming project by defining the scope and programme and managing the procurement and subsequent delivery for further significant investment at the site in AMP8. This will directly contribute to Thames Water's Capital Delivery programme and Turnaround plan. Join us and spearhead the exciting changes at Thames Water!

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Project Manager

1. Take accountability for governance compliance and stakeholder engagement throughout the project's lifecycle, ensuring a smooth transition into operational business.
2. Support the definition of solutions to meet project objectives and prepare a clear business case.
3. Develop the procurement strategy for the project, oversee specifications, and produce contract documentation.
4. Create a strategy for obtaining third-party consents, highlighting program and project risks related to these consents.
5. Coordinate with town planning authorities and internal/external stakeholders for smooth and timely project delivery.
6. Manage consultants and contractors to deliver outcomes that are timely, cost-effective, and high-quality.
7. Contribute to continuous improvement and achievement of challenging targets across the project.
8. Manage contract matters to achieve optimal outcomes for Thames Water.

Role Location

This role is based on a hybrid basis at either Clearwater Court Reading or Modgen Sewage Treatment Works, Isleworth; on-site presence at Modgen is required 3 days a week.

Working Hours

36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

What you should bring to the role

• An engineering or relevant degree, or a qualification in business or project management.
• Experience in the construction, infrastructure, or utility industry, with involvement in delivering major complex projects (up to £100m) within a regulated environment.
• Knowledge of contract preparation, tendering, evaluation, and negotiation processes.
• Risk-based and analytical decision-making capabilities.
• Confidence in engaging with all levels of stakeholders.

What’s in it for you?

Join our project management community, support the development of project managers and apprentices, and build valuable relationships across Thames Water.

• Salary from £54,000 to £75,000 per annum.
• 26 days holiday, increasing to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Car allowance, annual bonus, private healthcare, pension contributions, medical assessments, and other benefits.

Who are we?

At Thames Water, our purpose is to deliver life’s essential service, supporting communities and the environment. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applications from everyone and supporting all candidates throughout the recruitment process.

Working at Thames Water

We value the skills and backgrounds of our people, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We also offer opportunities to support our customers directly, including frontline roles and ambassador programs.

Disclaimer: Due to high application volume, we may close the advert early. Apply soon to avoid missing out.