Manager, Engineering

Position: Performance Manager
Location: Hertfordshire

Performance Manager

The Vacancy

Browne Group is a leading utilities contractor specialising in the water and civil engineering sectors. We deliver complex, sustainable solutions that enhance public infrastructure, improve network resilience, and reduce environmental impact. Our industry-leading digital approach to project management and quality control ensures consistent delivery to the highest standards.

Our expertise spans infrastructure, non-infrastructure, and maintenance services across the water and wastewater sectors. We deliver civil engineering works including pipelines, pumping stations and reservoirs; MEICA solutions covering mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation; and long-term maintenance programmes that support asset reliability and operational efficiency. This integrated capability enables us to meet diverse client needs across the full asset lifecycle.

We’re looking for a proactive Performance Manager to support the delivery of major water infrastructure programmes. You’ll help drive performance, improve processes, and ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Track and report project performance (KPIs, budgets, milestones).

• Produce weekly/monthly reports and develop dashboards.

• Maintain project schedules (Primavera P6) and analyse programme performance.

• Administer contracts via CEMAR and support change control/claims.

• Monitor resource allocation and support capacity planning.

• Support PMO governance, standards, and continuous improvement.

• Engage with clients, internal teams, and supply chain partners.

• Document and improve processes; support digital transformation.

• Assist with H&S/quality data analysis and tender submissions.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience in construction/infrastructure (water sector ideal).

• Strong project controls/PMO background.

• Proficiency with P6 and CEMAR.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Analytical mindset and a drive for continuous improvement.

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Please note that we drug and alcohol test all new starters as part of their induction