Water Resources Science Lead - Capital Projects & Compliance

Anglian Water Services; Huntingdon; Hybrid; GBP 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal private health care

Generous pension

24-hour Virtual GP

26 days annual leave

Life assurance

Personal accident cover

Excellent family friendly policies

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits and working culture

Job summary

Anglian Water Services is seeking a Capital Science Manager to lead a team providing scientific support to projects addressing regional water resource challenges. Based in the East of England, you will influence major programmes from their early stages, delivering water quality strategies and regulatory compliance across project lifecycles.

You will lead the Strategic Science Team within the Quality Environment and Assurance Directorate, driving innovation, collaboration, and continuous

Qualifications

• Degree in scientific/environmental discipline required.
• Project management qualification preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific support for capital delivery.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Oversee water quality strategies and sampling oversight.
• Manage team capacity and professional development.
• Engage with stakeholders and analytical services.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Degree in scientific/environmental discipline

Project management qualification

Job description

Anglian Water Services is seeking a Capital Science Manager to lead a team providing scientific support to projects addressing regional water resource challenges. Based in the East of England, you will influence major programmes from their early stages, delivering water quality strategies and regulatory compliance across project lifecycles.

You will lead the Strategic Science Team within the Quality Environment and Assurance Directorate, driving innovation, collaboration, and continuous