Project Manager, Operations Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist

Our Client has a requirement for a Project Manager, who will be required to work on a Permanent basis in Peterborough.

Lead and manage multiple projects throughout their full lifecycle.

Oversee the development and delivery of project solutions to meet quality, cost, safety, and programme objectives.

Manage project teams and ensure operational requirements are effectively coordinated.

Drive successful project outcomes while maintaining compliance with legislation and governance processes.

Promote collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement across project delivery teams.

• Ensure projects maintain compliance with CDM regulations and delivery processes through audits, reviews, and assurance activities.
• Champion a Zero Harm culture across all project activities.
• Create and maintain a high-performing team environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving.
• Translate programme-level strategy into successful project delivery outcomes.
• Manage the full project lifecycle from initial scope through construction, handover, sign-off, and warranty management.
• Work closely with commercial and planning teams to maintain accurate cost and resource forecasts.
• Identify, mitigate, and escalate project risks and issues where required.
• Oversee project solutions to ensure they are safe, commercially viable, and fit for purpose.
• Ensure key project milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Promote collaboration and knowledge sharing across project teams and stakeholders.
• Create an open, visible, and approachable management style to support successful delivery.

• Recent experience within the water, utilities, or infrastructure sector.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and CDM regulations.
• Understanding of drinking water standards and project compliance requirements.
• IOSH qualification.
• APMP qualification desirable.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of NEC Option C contracts and commercial frameworks.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Proven experience managing teams within a performance-driven environment.
• Ability to think strategically while maintaining oversight of project delivery.
• Strong delegation, leadership, and people management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

• Competitive salary.
• Hybrid working available.
• Company car or car allowance (role dependent).
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Option to purchase up to 5 additional holiday days.
• Company pension scheme.
• Life assurance.
• Health insurance.
• Private medical insurance.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee discounts and savings hub.
• Kids Pass and additional employee benefits.

At First Recruitment Group we understand just how important it is to secure the right people. That is why our Recruitment Consultants always take the time to understand requirements in detail and offer sound advice to both clients and candidates. We actively recruit at all levels and this is a superb opportunity for a Project Manager looking for new employment.

As part of putting people first, we strive to be an equal opportunities employer and we are always looking to increase the diversity of our workforce, working closely with our clients to ensure everyone is included