Water Sector Project Manager — Hybrid, Growth Path

Egis; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Project Manager for its UK Water & Environment practice to drive delivery of capital programmes across rail, nuclear and sustainable cities. You will work hands-on to ensure projects meet high standards, with exposure to multiple sectors.

We offer structured development to support chartership, a hybrid working model, and client exposure across the UK, Ireland and Europe, with travel to sites as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a numeric field such as Engineering or Science.
• Experience in Civil Infrastructure Engineering.
• Working towards Chartered status (APM/MAPM).
• Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable.
• NEC3-4 contracts experience (A-C-E).
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Administer NEC3/4 contracts (Options A, C & E) from the client side.
• Support budget control, forecasting, and defined cost planning.
• Collaborate with QS teams on monthly valuations and payment certificates.
• Assist in drafting contractual communications (EWNs, CE notifications, etc.).
• Conduct initial scope planning and feasibility assessments.
• Assist in preparation of tender documentation and evaluation of submissions.
• Contribute to risk identification and mitigation strategies.
• Engage early with contractors during design phases.
• Monitor project progress, cash flow, and expenditure.
• Support delivery through change management and variation handling.
• Participate in dispute resolution and final account preparation.
• Ensure appropriate record keeping and contract compliance.
• Help identify opportunities for process improvement and best practice.
• Maintain project databases, visuals, and supporting collateral.
• Contribute to internal reporting, governance, and delivery reviews.

Skills

Civil Infrastructure Engineering

Chartered body membership in progress

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Engineering/Science

CSCS card

Water Hygiene Card desirable

APM/MAPM chartered status in progress

Tools

NEC3/4 contracts (A-C-E)

Job description

Egis is seeking a Project Manager for its UK Water & Environment practice to drive delivery of capital programmes across rail, nuclear and sustainable cities. You will work hands-on to ensure projects meet high standards, with exposure to multiple sectors.

We offer structured development to support chartership, a hybrid working model, and client exposure across the UK, Ireland and Europe, with travel to sites as required.