Delivery Director

Overview

We are looking to strengthen our leadership team with a Delivery Director based in the Anglian Water region with hybrid working available.

Join Anglian Water’s @one Alliance as Delivery Director and drive the delivery of a circa £2.3bn capital investment programme that will shape the future of the East of England. Here, you’ll play a pivotal role in leading one of the most progressive and award-winning water sector delivery organisations. Responsible for overseeing a significant portfolio of capital investment projects.

• Lead the design, build, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects, ensuring sustainability, affordability, and efficiency.
• Manage profit and loss for a portfolio valued between £600-£800M for AMP
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• Build and lead high‑performing, integrated delivery teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement.

• Develop and strengthen relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including regulators (EA, Defra), local authorities, councils, and delivery partners.

• Lead the adoption of PAS 2080 principles of ‘Avoid – Switch – Improve’ to reduce carbon and increase natural capital.
• Deliver innovative, value‑driven solutions through rigorous data analysis and root cause investigations.

• Establish and maintain a culture of care, safety, and learning across all projects and teams.

• Extensive background in delivering large‑scale infrastructure projects, with director‑level experience and knowledge of utilities sector assets.
• Proven track record of building and inspiring high‑performing teams while fostering a collaborative culture.
• Ability to align long‑term plans with business objectives and lead transformational programmes.
• Outstanding interpersonal and influencing skills, capable of engaging senior leaders and diverse stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and financial planning.
• Degree‑qualified with a history of successfully delivering high‑value capital projects.