Senior Project Manager

Ayesa is a global engineering consultancy with over 13,000 employees, where our UK & Ireland business combines international strength with the agility and autonomy of an SME.

With a presence in 40 countries, Ayesa has built a strong international reputation across a diverse range of engineering disciplines. Our expertise includes water and flood infrastructure, transportation, marine and coastal engineering, geoscience, environmental services, energy, and building structures.

Our UK & Ireland teams deliver technically challenging, varied projects that develop broad expertise without confining people to narrow roles — offering the opportunity to make a meaningful local impact while benefiting from the stability, knowledge, and career opportunities of a well-established global organisation.

We are seeking a highly skilled Water and Wastewater Project Manager to provide expert project management support for both ongoing and future ventures in the UK water services sector.

What You Will Be Doing:

• Oversee and monitor project delivery concerning schedule, cost, variations, contracts, and risks.
• Develop and execute the Project Execution Plan aligned with Contracting Entity's standards.
• Lead project coordination ensuring seamless interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and manage design delivery in collaboration with technical teams.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations.
• Provide monthly reports on project tasks and design progress.
• Maintain the project risk register and update it regularly.
• Identify opportunities for improving project management procedures and refer ideas to appropriate management.
• Develop cost estimates and manage contracts.
• Liaise with all engineering disciplines including civil, process, M&E, and structural.
• Effectively communicate with clients and senior staff.
• Manage a challenging workload while being a team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Adhere to all Codes of Practice, Design Standards, and Health & Safety Regulations.
• Manage projects in compliance with Ayesa’s Integrated Management System (IMS).

What You Bring:

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a preference for a master's degree.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in project management within water and wastewater infrastructure design projects.
• Chartered status or actively pursuing Chartered status.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies.
• Strong technical acumen in water engineering.
• Extensive experience in contract administration and delivery.
• Ability to establish and implement ongoing procedures for information collection and review.
• Proven track record of delivering construction and asset delivery projects within set timelines and budgets.
• Skilled in engaging with stakeholders across all organizational levels to improve processes and project delivery.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of governing and driving outcomes to ensure project outputs meet required standards.
• Expertise in designing various aspects of civil engineering water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Ability to comprehend complex problems and devise innovative solutions.
• Strong work ethic, capable of independent problem-solving.
• Effective communicator with clients, colleagues, and external agencies, focused on exceeding client expectations.
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development and staying abreast of industry developments.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive salary package to attract and retain top talent in the industry.
• Flexible Working: Enjoy flexible working hours and hybrid working, allowing you to achieve a better work-life balance.
• Employer Pension Match Scheme: We offer a pension match scheme to help you secure your financial future.
• Income Protection: Receive support in safeguarding your income in the event of illness or injury.
• Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with life assurance coverage.
• Training and Development Programme: Access a range of training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Family & Well-Being Support: Benefit from our Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Benefits and our confidential…