Actemium Automation Senior Project Manager​/Lead

Scheme Lead Projects. Develop People. Shape the Future of Water Infrastructure.

Actemium
Automation
Hampshire
, we deliver industry-leading automation, control systems and digital solutions to the UK water sector, helping water companies improve reliability, operational efficiency, asset performance and sustainability.

As part of the VINCI
Energies
Group
, we combine the strength and stability of a global engineering organisation with the agility, culture and customer focus of a specialist automation business.

We are seeking an experienced Senior
Project
Manager /
Sector
Lead to join our leadership team, taking responsibility for the successful delivery of water industry automation projects whilst leading and developing a team of Project Managers and Engineers. This is a strategic leadership role that combines operational delivery, team management, customer engagement and business development.

The Opportunity

As a Senior
Project
Manager /
Sector
Lead
, you will lead the delivery of PLC, SCADA and industrial automation projects across water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, reservoirs and network infrastructure.

You will oversee a team responsible for delivering complex control system projects throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

You will also act as a sector specialist, developing long-term relationships with water utility customers, identifying opportunities within AMP programmes and contributing to the strategic direction of the Business Unit.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced project leader looking to influence both operational performance and the future growth and direction of a successful automation business.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead, coach and develop a team of Project Managers and Engineers.
• Manage performance reviews, development plans, training requirements and regular 1-2-1 meetings.
• Support recruitment activities and workforce planning within the sector.
• Promote a strong culture of safety, wellbeing and environmental responsibility.
• Work closely with the Business Unit Manager and wider leadership team to support business objectives.
• Provide leadership support and cover for the Business Unit Manager when required.

Project Delivery

• Lead the successful delivery of automation and control system projects across the water and wastewater sector.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in accordance with customer specifications.
• Oversee project planning, resource allocation, risk management and delivery performance.
• Review project designs, quotations and technical solutions.
• Coordinate resources across multiple projects and project teams.
• Drive continuous improvement through project reviews and lessons learned.

Commercial & Business Development

• Develop and strengthen relationships with key water industry customers and framework partners.
• Identify opportunities for future projects, upgrades and asset improvement programmes.
• Support business development activities, account management and tender submissions.
• Review and support the preparation of quotations and commercial proposals.
• Demonstrate strong commercial awareness through contract review, negotiation and subcontractor management.
• Ensure projects are administered and delivered in accordance with NEC contract requirements, supporting effective commercial management and successful customer outcomes.

Technical & Sector Leadership

• Act as the technical and strategic lead for the Water sector within the Business Unit.
• Support the development and implementation of engineering standards and best practices.
• Ensure solutions align with industry regulations, customer requirements and technological developments.
• Promote innovation and digitalisation opportunities that support customer operational goals.
• Support consistency and collaboration across project delivery teams.

About You

We are looking for a commercially aware and people-focused leader with a strong background in industrial automation and water industry project delivery.

Essential Experience

• Significant experience within system integration, industrial automation or control systems engineering.
• Proven experience delivering projects within the UK water and wastewater industry.
• Strong understanding of PLC, SCADA and telemetry systems.
• Demonstrable leadership experience managing project teams and technical resources.
• Strong understanding of the full project lifecycle from…