Capital Delivery Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager – Capital Delivery What You’ll Be Doing

• 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).

• Experience delivering engineering, infrastructure or capital projects within the water, utilities or construction sectors.
• Proven commercial management experience, including NEC contract administration, change control, programme management and contractor performance management.
• Strong project management skills, including programme, budget, risk and stakeholder management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong problem‑solving capability.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within construction and operational environments.
• Full UK driving licence.

• Civil Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• ICA (Instrumentation, Control & Automation)
• Process Engineering
• Water or Wastewater Operations
• Environmental Engineering
• Construction Management

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• A discretionary Bonus
• Competitive Contributory Pension
• Share‑save Scheme
• Various health benefits
• Wellbeing support programmes
• A range of Group Discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Financial support services
• And plenty more!

Closing Date: 17th July 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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