Project Manager, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer

Project Manager

Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Projects
Contract | 3–12 Months

Site-Based Role – Yorkshire

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our client to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure schemes under a long-term regional utility framework in the North of England.

This role involves managing network-based projects from early definition and design coordination through to construction and handover.

Schemes will typically include pipeline renewals, network upgrades, and works delivered within live operational environments.

This is a delivery-focused, hands-on role suited to a Project Manager with strong experience in utility or civil infrastructure projects who is comfortable taking full ownership of programme, commercial performance, risk, and site safety.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects from inception through construction

* Take accountability for programme, budget control, risk management, and change processes

* Coordinate internal teams, designers, contractors, and specialist suppliers

* Oversee site operations and ensure safe, efficient project delivery

* Drive compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards

* Maintain accurate reporting including progress tracking, forecasting, and risk registers

* Manage commercial performance including variations and cost control

* Proactively resolve technical, operational, and delivery challenges

* Ensure adherence to framework governance and industry regulations

About You

* Demonstrable experience delivering water, utilities, or civil engineering infrastructure projects

* Background in network-based works (pipelines, mains, or buried infrastructure desirable)

* Experience operating within regulated utility or framework environments

* Strong understanding of construction methodologies and live site operations

* Proven track record managing health & safety on complex infrastructure projects

* Commercial awareness with experience managing costs and change

* Familiarity with NEC forms of contract advantageous

* Self-motivated, delivery-driven, and comfortable working across both site and office environments

Why Apply?

* Long-term framework with consistent project pipeline

* High-value regional infrastructure schemes

* Freelance engagement offering autonomy and responsibility

* Collaborative, delivery-focused team environment

* Role centred on project execution rather than business development