Transformation Project Manager

South West Water; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Holiday buy/sell

Pension

Life cover

Parental leave

Health plan

Flu vaccination

EAP

Free parking Exeter

Cycle to work

Charity scheme

Volunteering day

Retail discounts

Job summary

South West Water is hiring a Transformation Project Manager in Exeter to lead strategic transformation initiatives, translating business priorities into successful outcomes. You will provide leadership, structure and direction to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, delivering measurable benefits.

You will work with stakeholders across the business to drive progress, manage risks and embed lasting change while supporting operational readiness and adoption of change.

Qualifications

• Experienced Project Manager with track record delivering complex transformation or strategic projects.
• Skilled at engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong experience managing budgets, timelines, governance and project risks.
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced and evolving environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation projects from mobilisation through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules and delivery roadmaps.
• Establish governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement frameworks.
• Manage project risks, issues, dependencies and change requests.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers and delivery partners.
• Ensure projects align to strategic objectives and deliver measurable business value.
• Support operational readiness and successful adoption of change.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Risk management

Education

APM PMQ

PRINCE2 Practitioner

Job description

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.

Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.

We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.

Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.

Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.

About The Role

At South West Water, we're delivering an ambitious transformation agenda to improve how we operate, serve customers and achieve our strategic objectives. As a Transformation Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of strategic transformation projects, translating business priorities and investment decisions into successful outcomes.

Working across complex change initiatives, you will provide leadership, structure and direction to ensure projects are delivered safely, effectively and in line with agreed scope, timelines, budgets and benefits. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the business to drive progress, manage risks and embed lasting change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of transformation projects from mobilisation through to implementation and benefits realisation.
• Develop and manage project plans, budgets, schedules and delivery roadmaps.
• Establish effective governance, reporting and stakeholder engagement frameworks.
• Manage project risks, issues, dependencies and change requests.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams, suppliers and delivery partners.
• Ensure projects remain aligned to strategic objectives and deliver measurable business value.
• Support operational readiness and the successful adoption of change.

About You

• Experienced Project Manager with a track record of delivering complex transformation, business change or strategic projects.
• Strong experience managing budgets, timelines, governance and project risks.
• Skilled at engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced and evolving environments.
• APM PMQ, PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent project management qualification preferred.

Benefits

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Competitive pension with company contribution matching
• Life assurance and group income protection
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• Health cash plan
• Free annual flu vaccination
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking at Exeter HQ
• Cycle to Work and Car Share schemes
• Give As You Earn charity scheme
• Paid volunteering day
• Retail discounts platform

Closing Date: 27th November 2026

We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

Be yourself, we like it that way.

Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:

Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.

Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.

Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.