Senior Water Network Project Lead & Technical Liaison

Affinity Water; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Annual leave 23-27 days rising with服务年

Affinity days

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with employer match

Wellbeing centre

Tap4Perks discounts

Job summary

Affinity Water is seeking an experienced Complex Networks Project Manager / Technical Liaison Engineer to lead delivery of complex water infrastructure projects, including mains diversions and reinforcements, while guiding Liaison Engineers.

Reporting to the DX Operations Manager, you will manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring safety, compliance and on-time delivery, while collaborating with customers, contractors and internal teams to drive value and performance.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of water networks or equivalent utility infrastructure.
• Knowledge of health and safety legislation including CDM Regulations.
• Knowledge of Water UK regulations and the Water Industry Act.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities and a customer-focused mindset.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex water network projects, including diversions and reinforcements.
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, compliantly and to the highest quality standards.
• Acting as a key point of contact for developer customers and stakeholders.
• Supporting and mentoring Liaison Engineers to build capability and consistency across the team.
• Managing project risks, governance, reporting and customer communications.
• Conducting site visits, audits and project reviews to provide assurance and drive successful outcomes.
• Collaborating with design and operational teams to develop practical and cost-effective engineering solutions.
• Championing a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Skills

Water networks knowledge

CDM regulations knowledge

Water UK regulations

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Driving licence

Education

APM PMQ or equivalent

Tools

MS Project

MS Office

Project management systems

Job description

Affinity Water is seeking an experienced Complex Networks Project Manager / Technical Liaison Engineer to lead delivery of complex water infrastructure projects, including mains diversions and reinforcements, while guiding Liaison Engineers.

Reporting to the DX Operations Manager, you will manage projects from conception to completion, ensuring safety, compliance and on-time delivery, while collaborating with customers, contractors and internal teams to drive value and performance.