Water Project Manager and Business Developer

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Water Project Manager and Business Developer to spearhead its UK operations. This role involves leading the development of engineering and design projects for water treatment plants and hydraulic works, ensuring high-quality delivery while building strong relationships with key stakeholders. The company offers a multicultural environment with opportunities for career progression and partnership. If you have a passion for water engineering and a desire to make a significant impact in a dynamic team, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Long-term career path

Possibility of becoming a partner

Multicultural environment

Responsibility opportunities

Unifying interpersonal relationships

Qualifications

• 10-12 years of experience in the UK Water Sector.
• Chartered Engineer in the Water Sector required.

Responsibilities

• Lead UK Water Business Development for engineering projects.
• Establish relationships with Utility Water Companies and Contractors.
• Control project budgets and schedules, ensuring quality delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Team Collaboration

Technical Expertise

Innovative Spirit

Communication Skills

Education

Chartered Engineer

Job description

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Water Project Manager and Business Developer, London

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Location: London, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 18.04.2025

Expiry Date: 02.06.2025

Job Description:

ABOUT THE JOB

We are a leading engineering services company with a high international presence, and we are looking for a Water Project Manager and Business Developer to join our office in the UK.

Our Water Division is looking for a Water Project Manager and Business Developer to lead the development of our business in the United Kingdom, in the field of engineering and design of water treatment plants and other hydraulic works (pumping stations, conveyance and distribution, large-scale works, major schemes, etc.), for Utility Water companies and EPC Contractors.

If you join us, you will find:

• Long-term career path.
• Everyone has the possibility of becoming a partner.
• Multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• Possibility of taking on responsibility.
• Mutual commitment.
• Unifying interpersonal relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the UK Water Business Development for engineering and design projects focused on Treatment Plants (clean and wastewater), Transfers (pipeline, pumping stations…), and Major Schemes (reservoirs, major transfers).
• Lead tendering processes and be the main responsible in front of the client. Review of tender engineering designs if required.
• Establish relationships with the Utility Water Companies, targeting Thames Water, Anglian Water and United Utilities. Establish relationships with British Contractors.
• Review the work the team performed in order to ensure the highest levels of quality.
• Control the budget and plan the project schedule, selecting and hiring external resources when required, and participating in technical meetings with clients to ensure project alignment with their expectations.
• Provide an exceptional service to the Client.
• Ensure smooth delivery of project results.

ABOUT YOU

Apply if you...

• Are a chartered Engineer in the field of the Water Sector.
• Have a minimum of 10-12 years of professional experience in the UK Water Sector, and between 7-10 years in design and engineering companies.
• Have technical expertise in project management.
• Know how to work as part of a team and with technical rigor.
• Know how to work independently with an innovative spirit.
• Are willing to travel (international mobility).
• Have an advanced level of English.

And above all... willingness to progress in an international company!