Wastewater Programme Lead - Bristol (Car Allowance)

Abatec Recruitment; West of England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Discretionary bonus

Competitive pension

Share-save scheme

Health benefits

Group discounts

Job summary

Pennon Group is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the planning, execution and delivery of wastewater capital projects from Bristol, with visits to regional offices across the South West.

You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage NEC‑based commercial controls and governance, oversee audits, health and safety, budgets and risk, and relentlessly drive project delivery to time and budget.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification: Relevant engineering degree or equivalent professional status (desirable).
• Commercial & NEC Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in commercial management and NEC protocols.
• Project Delivery Experience: Strong background in end‑to‑end project management and delivery.
• Team Leadership: Proven ability to manage teams and successfully deliver projects within agreed timescales.
• Budget Accountability: Experience managing substantial budgets within a large organisation.
• Negotiation & Influence: Strong skills in negotiating, influencing, and managing diverse stakeholder groups.
• Mobility: Full UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and delivery of wastewater capital projects.
• Coordinate with Tier 1 and Tier 2 partners to keep programmes on track.
• Set budgets and ensure governance and capex approvals align with Board.
• Present monthly forecasts to the area Director and manage exceptions.
• Lead audits on health, safety, quality, environment and controls.
• Review engineering solutions to maintain water quality and safety.
• Support team growth through coaching, appraisals and training.
• Maintain a risk register with the Director and mitigate risks.
• Prioritise health, safety and wellbeing of staff.

Skills

End-to-end project management

NEC protocols

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Budget accountability

Negotiation & influence

Mobility (driving licence)

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Job description

Pennon Group is seeking an experienced Programme Manager to lead the planning, execution and delivery of wastewater capital projects from Bristol, with visits to regional offices across the South West.

You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage NEC‑based commercial controls and governance, oversee audits, health and safety, budgets and risk, and relentlessly drive project delivery to time and budget.