Senior Project Manager - NEC ECC wide

Jacobs is seeking an experienced NEC4 ECC Project Manager to lead complex infrastructure projects in the Water & Environment business within the UK. The role involves delivering high‑value projects that support flood risk management, climate resilience, ecosystem protection, and sustainable growth.

• Serve as the primary advisor to clients and act as the NEC4 ECC Project Manager, making clear, fair, and impartial contract decisions.
• Manage early warnings, compensation events, programme acceptance, and instructions to keep projects on track.
• Coordinate with contractors, designers, planners, and commercial teams; review programme detail (logic, float, critical path) to ensure robust plans.
• Lead risk management activities, including risk reduction meetings and scope/works information development.
• Oversee commercial performance to secure value for money, build strong client relationships, and lead key project meetings.
• Drive innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement across the project lifecycle.

• Accreditation as an NEC3/4 ECC Project Manager.
• Recent experience administering NEC3/4 ECC contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Project or Primavera.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Degree in Engineering or similar qualifications.
• APM qualification or chartership (or working towards).

• Experience working with the Environment Agency, regulated water companies, or local authorities.
• Background in flood alleviation or environmental schemes.
• Knowledge of UK water and environmental sector challenges.

Hybrid 2 days per week office‑based role with travel to client sites and offices. Working hours are 40 hours per week.

• Up to 10% pension match.
• 24 days annual holiday (+10 days if purchased).
• Free medical and income protection insurance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Global giving and volunteering programmes.

Jacobs is a disability‑confident employer. We will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all listed requirements.