Water Business Lead

Alexander Associates; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable water and wastewater contractor is seeking a Water Business Lead for their Southern operations. This role offers the opportunity to lead a new regional office, focusing on business development and client engagement within the water sector. Candidates can choose between a permanent position or an outside IR35 contract. The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and an established track record in driving regional growth while ensuring team alignment with company standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the water sector, especially in leadership roles.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to drive regional growth.
• A track record of successful project management in water and wastewater.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of the water business in the South of England.
• Establish and manage a new regional office.
• Develop and execute a regional strategy that aligns with company objectives.

Skills

Business development

Client engagement

Leadership

Job description

Water Business Lead – Water & Wastewater

Location: South of England (Hybrid / Flexible working)

Engagement: Permanent or Contract (Outside IR35)

Salary / Rate: Competitive package or day rate (depending on engagement)

An established water and wastewater contractor with a strong delivery track record in the North of England is seeking a Water Business Lead to spearhead the development of its Southern operations.

This role can be offered on either a permanent basis or as an outside IR35 contract, making it suitable for experienced water sector leaders looking for either long‑term strategic ownership or flexible contract engagement. The successful candidate will be tasked with establishing and growing a new regional office in the South of England, supported by the existing technical and operational strengths of the wider business.

The Role

The Water Business Lead will take ownership of regional growth across water and wastewater frameworks and project‑based work in the South of England. Acting as the senior representative in the region, the role will combine business development, client engagement and leadership responsibility, with a clear mandate to build and lead a Southern team over time.

Working closely with the Northern leadership team, the position will ensure alignment with company values, delivery standards and commercial objectives, while shaping a regional strategy tailored to local clients and fr...