Water Science & Capital Delivery Lead

Anglian Water; Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal private health care

Generous pension

26 days annual leave

Life assurance

Bonus scheme

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Anglian Water is seeking a Capital Science Manager to lead the team providing scientific support to water resource projects in the East of England. You will shape water quality strategies and oversight to ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Based in Peterborough/Huntingdon with flexible working, you will manage the team, engage stakeholders, and drive innovation while aligning with Anglian Water's high standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in scientific/environmental discipline; project management qualification.
• Substantial experience in operational science and capital delivery.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop technical teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strategic, adaptable and customer-focused.

Responsibilities

• Lead scientific support for pan-alliance delivery.
• Ensure Regulation 31 compliance and continuous improvement.
• Engage with business stakeholders and analytical services.
• Develop and implement team strategies and professional development.
• Manage budgets and collaborate across the organisation.

Skills

Operational science

Capital delivery

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Science/Environmental degree

Project management qualification

Job description

Anglian Water is seeking a Capital Science Manager to lead the team providing scientific support to water resource projects in the East of England. You will shape water quality strategies and oversight to ensure compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

Based in Peterborough/Huntingdon with flexible working, you will manage the team, engage stakeholders, and drive innovation while aligning with Anglian Water's high standards and regulatory requirements.