Engineering Delivery Manager

Overview

This is an exceptional opportunity for an engineering project manager to join the highly collaborative and supportive Infrastructure Programme Team. In this role you will lead the delivery of a varied portfolio of DMC‑funded projects, providing MEICA engineering and construction solutions across Water and Waste networks – both above and below ground – and at water and wastewater production sites.

• Lead the delivery of all construction projects within the programme, ensuring 100% compliance with client specifications.
• Manage framework suppliers and subcontractor supply chain involved in infrastructure network construction activities.
• Provide estimates, programming, and planning support to the wider team.
• Ensure delivery complies with legislative, CDM, and regulatory requirements, including Health & Safety, Environmental, and HR.
• Deliver projects with minimal impact on operational functionality of client sites.
• Manage up to 10 staff, including training, development and support of directly managed Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

• Degree or HND in engineering and/or business administration, preferably with post‑qualification experience.
• Strong commercial and technical experience in civil engineering works, contract law, planning, estimating and tendering.
• Proven track record of project management in an engineering environment with knowledge of mechanical, civil, ICA systems and below‑ground assets.
• Experience managing procurement processes, framework suppliers and subcontractor supply chains.
• Excellent resource planning, scheduling and estimating skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Up to £66,000 per annum, depending on experience and skills.
• Car Allowance of £4,500 per annum.
• Annual leave – 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with length of service (plus bank holidays).
Defined contribution pension – maximum 12% employee contribution.
• Personal medical assessments – open to all once a year.
• Wider benefits scheme, including a benefits hub packed with offers and information to save you money and support your well‑being.

Base location is in Lane End. The role requires travel across the Thames water network as required. Work pattern is 36 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

Thames Water is the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people and the planet to thrive.

Thames Water is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments – whether that’s extra time, accessible formats or anything else – just let us know.