Strategic Resource Options & Resilience Manager

Tetra Tech, Inc.; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced professional to lead the implementation of water resources management frameworks. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of water supply systems, relevant qualifications, and experience in managing projects that meet regulatory standards. This role will drive sustainable performance and ensure compliance across various programs. The position is based in Leeds or Newcastle and offers competitive opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of water supply systems and planning.
• Experience managing direct reports preferred.
• Proficient in analyzing complex datasets.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of Yorkshire Waters options development framework.
• Manage multi-sector projects delivering societal benefits.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and government standards.

Skills

Water supply systems understanding

Technical knowledge of water distribution networks

Data analysis and interpretation

Project management

Sustainable performance

Coaching and influencing

Financial management awareness

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in science or engineering

Tools

Advanced IT skills

Job description

Location – Leeds or Newcastle

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of Yorkshire Waters options development framework to support the Water Resources Management Plan, Water Resources North Regional Plan, and Drought Plan.
• Oversee the review and completion of the Water Supply Systems Strategy.
• Align and integrate the framework with other programmes including Major Projects, DWMPs, WINEP, Integrated Water Management, and base maintenance plans.
• Ensure all aspects of options development meet regulatory and government standards across engineering, cost, environment, drinking water safety, and water resources.
• Manage a pipeline of multi-sector projects delivering wider societal benefits.
• Identify and develop commercial opportunities to support regional growth.
• Manage risks, issues, and opportunities across the programme, escalating where necessary.
• Set clear performance expectations and drive delivery against business targets.
• Ensure financial and commercial decisions align with strategic plans.
• Interpret regulatory requirements to guide service, compliance, and performance risk.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop strategic plans within current and future legislation.
• Develop long‑term, economically viable asset investment plans aligned to customer outcomes and strategic goals.
• Act as technical lead during price control periods, shaping business cases for AMP8 and beyond.
• Ensure asset strategies and environmental obligations are reflected in strategic business cases.
• Provide strategic challenge and support to deliver performance commitments.
• Build external networks and foster collaboration to keep YW at the forefront of industry planning.
• Work with Finance to monitor and control expenditure in line with budgets.
• Champion health and safety, risk management, and compliance with YWs Safety Policy.
• Lead and manage priority projects with a focus on sustainable performance.
• Investigate asset shortfalls and promote appropriate solutions through the business risk process.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of water supply systems and water resources planning.
• Technical knowledge of water distribution networks.
• Degree‑level qualification in a science or engineering discipline (or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of UK water policy and legislation.
• Experience managing direct reports (preferred).
• Skilled in coaching and influencing others.
• Proficient in data analysis, interpretation, and communication.
• Experience in financial management and commercial awareness.
• Advanced IT skills, particularly in analysing complex datasets.
• Proven project management experience.
• Strategic thinker with a track record of implementing long‑term plans.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sustainable performance against challenging targets.
• Full UK driving licence.

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