Programme Technical Manager

Job Title: Programme Technical Manager (Water/Wastewater)

Location: Thames Water Region (Hybrid – 2–3 days office/site)

Salary: Up to £89,000 + £5,800 Car Allowance

Shift Type: Monday – Friday (36 hours)

Benefits: Bonus, Private Healthcare, Enhanced Pension, 26–30 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

We are supporting a major UK infrastructure organisation in appointing two Programme Technical Manager to lead the delivery of large-scale water and wastewater treatment programmes valued between £500m – £1bn.

This is a senior leadership role with real influence—shaping technical strategy, driving performance across multi-disciplinary teams, and delivering critical infrastructure that supports long‑term environmental and community resilience.

If you are experienced in complex programme delivery and thrive in a strategic, high‑impact environment, this role offers both scale and autonomy.

• Lead and develop multi‑disciplinary engineering teams, from junior engineers through to principal level
• Take ownership of technical delivery across major infrastructure programmes from concept through to handover
• Ensure projects are delivered to time, cost, quality, and safety expectations
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, contractors, and consultants to manage risk and drive outcomes
• Build and maintain strong relationships with senior leaders, partners, and regulatory bodies
• Drive continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice across programme delivery
• Support strategic planning including business cases and technical project briefs

• Chartered Engineer (or equivalent) with relevant professional membership
• Strong background in technical leadership within infrastructure, construction, or engineering environments
• Strong commercial and contractual awareness
• Experience with risk/value management across the full project lifecycle
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop high‑performing teams
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting infrastructure delivery
• Water sector experience advantageous but not essential

• Opportunity to lead nationally significant infrastructure programmes
• Hybrid working model with flexibility
• Competitive salary and car allowance
• Performance‑related bonus
• Private medical cover and wellbeing support
• Long‑term career progression within a major capital delivery environment

This opportunity sits within a forward‑thinking infrastructure organisation undergoing a major transformation in how capital programmes are delivered. The focus is on innovation, sustainability, and long‑term asset resilience.

If you are interested in leading large‑scale engineering programmes with real impact, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.