Senior Project Manager – Water

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Senior Project Manager – Permanent – Main Contractor – Derby – Severn Trent Water – Hybrid Working

Your new company   You will be joining a high-profile and established main contractor based in Derby operating in the water sector. This multi-accredited organisation has a strong pipeline of work, being Severn Trent’s preferred contractor for the delivery of their non-infrastructure works and offers excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development. Their commitment to delivering an exceptional standard of work has positioned them as a leader in the water industry and, due to continued success, they are looking to onboard a Senior Project Manager to join their team.This is a full-time permanent position based out of their Derby office with hybrid and flexible working.Your new role   As Senior Project Manager, your responsibilities will include:

  • Monitoring and reviewing financial and delivery performance on projects
  • Ensuring successful project delivery by liaising with delivery teams throughout project lifecycles
  • Creating and maintaining project programmes
  • Holding accountability for compliance and health and safety auditing
  • Approving invoices and ensuring payments are made within timescales
  • Managing a programme of works and a team of project managers.

What you’ll need to succeed   In order to be successful, you must have:

  • Strong background in project management within the water industry
  • Financial awareness and ability to work to budgets
  • Sound understanding of NEC contracts
  • Excellent understanding of operational activities
  • Full UK driving licence.

What you’ll get in return   In return, you will receive:

  • Starting salary up to £75,000 per annum (negotiable depending on experience)
  • Company car or car allowance (£6,500 per annum)
  • Minimum 25 days’ annual leave (option to buy/sell holiday) plus bank holidays
  • 10% company bonus
  • Fuel card
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Company pension scheme (matched up to 6%)
  • Life assurance
  • Exposure to high-profile and rewarding projects
  • Continuous training and development
  • Opportunity to grow and progress your career with a forward-thinking contractor and more.

What you need to do now   If you’re interested in this role and meet the criteria above, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or email a copy to quoting the job reference number #4660110. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Please note – this contractor does not hold a licence for sponsored work visas. # 4660110

Posted: April 22nd, 2025