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Senior Project Manager

Job in South Derbyshire, Derby, Derbyshire, DE1, England, UK
Listing for: Severn Trent
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-24
Job specializations:
  • Management
    Project & Program Management, Operations Management
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 85000 - 110000 GBP Yearly GBP 85000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: South Derbyshire

Overview

Senior Project Manager within the Capital Delivery team responsible for leading the delivery of a portfolio of complex capital projects from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities
  • Managing large-scale capital projects from design through to delivery and handover.
  • Ensuring projects are delivered in line with agreed business objectives, programme timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements.
  • Leading project governance, risk management, forecasting, and reporting activities.
  • Building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Managing NEC contracts and commercial performance across project delivery.
  • Driving a culture of health, safety, and wellbeing throughout all project activities.
  • Supporting the development and mentoring of project management colleagues across the wider team.
  • Identifying opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement that deliver value for customers and the business.
What You'll Bring To

The Role

We are looking for an experienced project professional with a proven track record of delivering large-scale engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or construction projects.

You Will Ideally Have
  • Significant experience managing complex capital projects and programmes.
  • Strong knowledge and practical experience of NEC contract management.
  • Experience managing project budgets, forecasting, and financial controls.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Strong planning, organisation, negotiation, and problem-solving capabilities.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
  • APM PMQ, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management qualification.
  • Degree qualification in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or a related discipline (desirable).
  • A full UK driving licence.
Competitive

Salary and Benefits
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Private healthcare options
  • Access to employee shares scheme
  • Flexible and hybrid working opportunities
  • Dedicated learning and development programmes
  • Wellbeing support and employee assistance programme
  • Family-friendly policies
Diversity and Inclusion

We pride ourselves as an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences and encourage candidates to let us know if they require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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