Water Senior Project Manager

Egis; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Senior Project Manager to join their dynamic team, focusing on water and environment projects across the Midlands. This role offers the chance to manage NEC3/4 contracts, control budgets, and collaborate with various stakeholders to drive project success. With a commitment to sustainability and innovation, the company provides opportunities for personal growth and career development. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the engineering sector and thrive in a collaborative environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in water, environment, rail, or nuclear sectors.
• Proficient in managing NEC3/4 contracts and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 contracts and control project budgets.
• Draft contractual communications and maintain project records.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Management (NEC3/4)

Stakeholder Management

Risk Management

Budget Control

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a numeric discipline

Full membership of a chartered body (e.g., APM)

Tools

NEC3/4 Contracts

Cost Estimation Software

Job description

Company Description

Egis is a global consulting and engineering firm working in construction, transport, and mobility services. Joining our group and its 20,000 employees means sharing our values as a people-first company, strongly committed to sustainability and innovation.

Egis is a leader in infrastructure engineering, planning, and management, dedicated to sustaining efficient lifecycle stewardship amidst interactions with various third-party entities. As Egis expands across the UK, Ireland, and Europe, we aim to be the engineering partner of choice and to grow our talented team. We are committed to our people and are seeking a skilled Water and Environment Senior Project Manager to support our growth, operating within our Energy and Sustainable Cities Business Line.

Job Description

Reporting to the Water Project Management Delivery Lead for the UK, as a Senior Project Manager, you will deliver projects with water companies or the Environment Agency, primarily in the Midlands, with opportunities to work in the North West of England, in consultancy roles. There will also be progression opportunities across UK water, environment, rail, or nuclear sectors.

You should have experience in pre- and post-contract management using NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC forms and procurement within these sectors. Your role involves leveraging your project experience to drive efficiencies, manage supply chains, and oversee contracts. Experience with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI) in design-and-build major capital projects is also desirable.

We support your personal growth through training, career development, and potential chartership pathways.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage NEC3/4 contracts (Options A, C, E) on the client side
• Control budgets and collaborate on payment valuations and certifying monthly payments
• Forecast costs and collaborate on defining project costs
• Maintain productive stakeholder relationships
• Ensure proper project and commercial record keeping
• Draft contractual communications and notices, including Early Warning Notices and Compensation Events

Pre-Contract Activities

• Scope planning, cost estimates, feasibility studies
• Tender documentation and evaluation
• Risk identification and mitigation strategies
• Early collaboration with contractors during design

Post-Contract Activities

• Manage construction contracts
• Monitor expenditure and cash flow
• Negotiate change orders and variations
• Claims and dispute resolution
• Final accounts and post-project evaluation

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a numeric discipline
• Full membership of a chartered body such as APM (MAPM)
• Extensive postgraduate experience in Rail, Nuclear, Water, or Environment sectors
• Experience in line management and recruitment of project managers or assistants
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and risk management
• Valid CSCS card; Water Hygiene Card desirable
• Experience with main contractors or joint ventures on the client side
• Site presence and co-location for at least 3 days a week
• Proficiency with NEC3/4 contracts (A-C-E)
• Right to work in the UK

Additional Information

We are committed to our planet and to leaving a positive legacy. Our Egis Foundation funds actions addressing climate change and supports educational and social initiatives for a sustainable future.

We are an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and inclusion. Your application will be assessed based on experience and suitability, regardless of background or protected characteristics.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Consulting
• Industries: Civil Engineering