Project Manager, Civil Engineering, Water Engineer

Working on behalf of our client, we are currently recruiting for a Project Manager to join their Welsh Water Framework delivery team on a permanent basis. This role is ideally suited to an experienced Project Manager with a strong civil engineering background and proven experience delivering wastewater treatment and water infrastructure projects through design, construction, commissioning and handover.

• Managing wastewater and clean water treatment projects from outline design through construction, commissioning and handover.
• Leading the delivery of projects safely, on programme, within budget and to the required quality standards.
• Planning and coordinating construction activities within live operational water and wastewater environments.
• Managing project programmes, budgets, forecasts, risks and change control processes.
• Building and maintaining strong working relationships with Welsh Water, operational teams, design partners and subcontractors.
• Leading multidisciplinary project teams and driving collaboration across all project stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations, SHEQ requirements and contractual obligations.
• Overseeing commissioning activities and ensuring successful asset handover to the client.
• Identifying opportunities to improve productivity, efficiency and overall project value.
• Providing clear project reporting, governance and communication throughout the project lifecycle.

• Proven experience delivering wastewater treatment works and associated infrastructure projects.
• Strong civil engineering background with experience in reinforced concrete structures, pipelines, pumping stations, buried assets and process infrastructure.
• Good understanding of wastewater treatment processes and working within live operational environments.
• Experience managing projects through design, construction, commissioning and handover stages.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets, forecasts, risks and project performance.
• Knowledge and practical application of NEC contracts.

• £65,000 per year plus car or car allowance
• Permanent position with a well-established civil engineering contractor.
• Opportunity to work on major Welsh Water framework projects.
• Long-term career development and progression opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• The opportunity to play a key role in delivering essential water and wastewater infrastructure projects across Wales.