Project Manager​/Assistant Project Manager - Engineering

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South West Water is preparing for AMP8 and seeking talented professionals to help deliver vital infrastructure and environmental projects across the region.

We are committed to delivering what matters most to customers and communities across the South West. Our record level of investment will see further improvement across the main customer priorities.

We’ve already started work on projects that will dramatically reduce the use of storm overflows, helping to improve bathing water quality. We’re also finding ways to strengthen water resilience, ensuring a reliable supply of high‑quality drinking water in years to come, even with the challenges of population growth and climate change. Find out more about our projects here
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As an Engineering Project Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of small to medium value projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. You will work across a variety of disciplines and collaborate with internal teams, contractors and partners to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Manage multiple fast‑paced construction and engineering projects simultaneously, from design through to delivery.

• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee the execution of works on clean and wastewater operational sites.

• Ensure all projects meet South West Water’s quality, safety, environmental and regulatory standards.

• Provide clear, confident communication to stakeholders at all levels.

• Attend operational and construction sites, offering hands‑on support and ensuring compliance with H&S requirements.

• Utilise Microsoft tools for project tracking, reporting and documentation.

• Support mobilisation of temporary works and out‑of‑hours emergency responses when required.

• Apply working knowledge of NEC contracts and CDM regulations (desirable).

• Proven ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Quick, lateral thinker with strong problem‑solving capability.

• Resourceful and proactive approach to overcoming challenges.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong time management, capable of overseeing a high volume of rapid‑turnaround projects.

• Hands‑on experience in the Construction or Water Industry with working knowledge in one or more of the following areas:

  • Mechanical

  • Electrical

  • Instrumentation

  • Control & Automation

  • Civils

  • Process/Scientific

  • Clean/Wastewater site management

• Competent use of Microsoft tools (Teams, Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).

• Full UK driving licence and physical fitness for attending construction and operational sites.

• Working knowledge of Health & Safety requirements within the construction industry.

• NEC contract awareness.

• Experience mobilising temporary works solutions.

• CDM awareness.

• Understanding of WIMES/CESWI standards.

Closing Date: 27th February 2026

Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.

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