Senior Water Project Manager

Samuel Knight International; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider is hiring a Water Project Manager to oversee clean water infrastructure projects across Southern England. The role is home-based with site visits, requiring strong experience in utilities and regulatory compliance. Competitive salary, generous holidays, and a collaborative team culture are offered.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

Annual discretionary bonus

Pension plan

Paid professional memberships

Regular social events

Qualifications

• Experience in the clean water industry or utilities infrastructure.
• Familiarity with DNOs/IDNOs, NAV framework, and self-lay processes.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of clean water infrastructure in line with Water Regulations.
• Take ownership of projects passed from business development to delivery.
• Liaise with clients on regulatory data.

Skills

Clean water industry experience

Communication

Organisational skills

Regulatory standards understanding

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Water Project Manager – NAV Infrastructure (m/f/d)
Reading travelling toSouthern Sites | Permanent | Home-based with Travel | Utilities / Clean Water Sector

We’re supporting a national utility provider that’s rapidly expanding in the New Appointment & Variation (NAV) space. As part of their growth plan, they are now hiring a Water Project Manager to lead the safe and compliant delivery of clean water infrastructure on new residential and commercial developments.

This is a home-based role with flexible scheduling and regular site visits across Southern England. You’ll work with developers, self-lay providers, and technical stakeholders from design through to handover.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Coordination

• Manage the delivery of clean water infrastructure in line with Water Regulations and safety standards

• Take ownership of projects passed from business development to delivery

• Ensure alignment with construction programmes and manage snagging to completion

• Attend monthly reviews with the Senior Water Project Manager

• Provide regular project updates and progress reports

Process Implementation & Regulatory Compliance

• Manage the NAV water process, including Water Adoption Agreements

• Ensure design and installation compliance with water industry regulations

• Review design variations and support regulatory documentation submissions

• Complete Risk Assessments and POWRAs

• Liaise with clients on REG 5, vesting certificates, plot-to-postal, and other regulatory data

Stakeholder Management & Site Supervision

• Act as first point of contact for developers, SLPs, ICPs, and contractors

• Validate contractor accreditations (e.g. WIRS)

• Conduct site visits to audit infrastructure installations for compliance

• Attend and document commissioning works

• Manage meter procurement and installation

Reporting & Asset Handover

• Produce regular reports for the internal operations team

• Ensure timely asset handover to the asset management department

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in the clean water industry or utilities infrastructure

• Familiarity with DNOs/IDNOs, NAV framework, and self-lay processes

• Understanding of water regulatory standards and the NAV compliance process

• Knowledge of the water design lifecycle

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

• Proactive mindset with a commitment to quality and safety

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off

• Annual discretionary bonus

• Pension plan and Westfield Health Cash Plan

• Holiday buying scheme

• Paid professional memberships and development support

• Regular social events and a collaborative team culture

Ready to deliver water infrastructure projects that shape the future of utility networks? Apply now or contact our team for more info.