Water & Defence Programme Director | Senior Project Leader

AECOM; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an experienced Associate Director- Project Manager to lead their multidisciplinary Water team in Manchester. The role involves managing strategic water contracts, promoting project success, and supporting team development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the UK water sector and experience in the defence sector. This full-time position emphasizes leadership, project management, and client relationship skills while contributing to significant infrastructure projects.

Benefits

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Proven track record in delivering water and defence projects.
• Effective communicator and committed to project success.
• Must have UK Security Clearance or ability to obtain it.

Responsibilities

• Act as Framework Manager across strategic water contracts.
• Lead growth of water services in the defence sector.
• Manage multi-disciplinary projects from design to delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Client Relationship Management

Mentoring

Education

Honours or masters degree (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Project

NEC3 Contracts

Job description

A global infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an experienced Associate Director- Project Manager to lead their multidisciplinary Water team in Manchester. The role involves managing strategic water contracts, promoting project success, and supporting team development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in the UK water sector and experience in the defence sector. This full-time position emphasizes leadership, project management, and client relationship skills while contributing to significant infrastructure projects.