Head of Enterprise Programme Delivery

Are you ready to lead one of the UK’s most ambitious infrastructure programmes?

This is more than a job. It's an opportunity to shape the future of water, environmental sustainability and infrastructure delivery across the North West.

We're looking for a Head of Programme Delivery to lead the successful delivery of a major investment portfolio worth approximately £100m per year
, playing a key role in United Utilities' Big North West Upgrade. You'll join our Enterprise – a pioneering partnership of eight industry-leading organisations working together as one integrated team delivering over £2.5bn of enhancements in AMP8
.

• Improving the health of our rivers, lakes and coastline
• Reducing carbon emissions
• Increasing resilience across critical infrastructure
• Delivering lasting benefits for millions of customers and communities

As a senior leader, you'll drive programme performance, influence strategic decisions, develop high‑performing teams and build strong partnerships across a complex delivery environment. You'll also play a vital role in nurturing future leaders and championing innovation, continuous improvement and excellence in delivery.

• Proven experience leading complex capital investment programme
• Strong people leadership and stakeholder management skills
• A track record of delivering major projects through the full lifecycle
• Professional accreditation (CEng, MAPM, MICE, MCIWEM, RPP or equivalent)
• The vision and resilience to lead in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment
• Competitive salary, bonus and car allowance
• Up to 14% employer pension contribution (21% over all)
• Company‑funded healthcare
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Significant opportunities to influence strategy and create a lasting legacy

At United Utilities and across our partnership, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives help us achieve better outcomes. If you're excited by the opportunity, but don't meet every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.

So, If you're passionate about delivering infrastructure that makes a real difference to people, places and the environment, please get in touch to find out more.