Project Manager - Water Infrastructure (Capital Delivery)

Morson Edge are working with a leading infrastructure delivery organisation to recruit an experienced Project Manager to join their Water and Wastewater Capital Delivery team in Scotland.

This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a major long-term capital investment programme delivering critical water infrastructure projects across Scotland, supporting the renewal, resilience and improvement of essential assets for future generations.

You will play a key role within a collaborative, safety-first environment delivering large-scale infrastructure programmes in partnership with key water industry clients, ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards of quality and performance.

The Opportunity

Working within a high-performing capital delivery team, you will be responsible for managing the successful delivery of multiple infrastructure projects from inception through to completion.

You will oversee programme performance, manage subcontractors, drive commercial and operational outcomes, and ensure alignment with client requirements and investment targets. This is a key leadership role within a complex, regulated delivery environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the delivery of a portfolio of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to required quality standards.
• Work closely with PMO and planning teams to develop and monitor contractual programmes.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on cost management, LBE/target cost reporting and monthly forecasting.
• Manage change control processes across the project lifecycle.
• Oversee principal subcontractors and ensure effective contract delivery.
• Lead stakeholder engagement with clients and key delivery partners.
• Support design progression to ensure alignment with programme requirements.
• Ensure resources are appropriately identified, secured and managed across projects.
• Monitor project performance against investment targets and key milestones.
• Drive risk management, governance compliance and reporting requirements.
• Ensure defects are identified, tracked and closed out in a timely manner.
• Lead incident investigations in collaboration with SHEQ teams.
• Promote continuous improvement and productivity across delivery teams.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Experience within the water, utilities, construction or infrastructure sector.
• Proven track record in managing construction projects or multidisciplinary delivery teams.
• Strong understanding of project controls, cost management and programme delivery.
• Experience managing subcontractors and operational project delivery teams.
• Strong stakeholder and client relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage change control and risk within complex projects.
• Degree / HNC / HND in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Valid UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

• Experience working within regulated utility environments.
• Knowledge of capital delivery frameworks and alliance-based delivery models.
• Experience delivering multi-project portfolios.
• Understanding of health, safety and environmental management in construction environments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £68,250.
• Long-term capital investment programme with strong pipeline of work.
• Company car or EV/hybrid salary sacrifice scheme.
• Private healthcare and health cash plan.
• Enhanced pension and family leave policies.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Strong training, development and career progression opportunities.
• Inclusive, safety-focused and collaborative working environment.

If you are an experienced Project Manager within the water or infrastructure sector looking to take the next step in your career, we would be keen to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV or contact Jonah Peto at Morson Edge for a confidential discussion.

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