Project Manager; Water​/Wastewater

Overview

Project Manager (Water Industry)

We are also keen to hear from experienced Project Engineers

Location:

Site-based / UK
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 DOE + benefits

• Manage and deliver mechanical engineering projects from tender through to handover
• Provide technical and commercial input to ensure efficient project delivery
• Prepare and review project documentation, including RAMS, programmes, and risk registers
• Supervise and support site teams, including mechanical fitters and subcontractors
• Assist with or lead design reviews and procurement of materials and services
• Prepare tenders, quotations, and project proposals
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and client communications
• Ensure full compliance with H&S regulations, including CDM requirements
• Conduct site inspections and promote continuous HSE improvements
• Prepare handover documentation, including O&M manuals and H&S files

• Mechanical Engineering qualification (essential)
• Experience delivering mechanical or engineering projects, ideally within the water industry
• Background in pumps, fabrication, steelwork, or mechanical engineering (preferred)
• Strong site-based experience with a safety-first mindset
• Able to lead, motivate, and communicate effectively with site teams and clients
• Commercially aware with good problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence (essential)
• Project Engineers with strong technical and site experience who are keen to develop their project management responsibilities are strongly encouraged to apply