Project Manager

Project Manager Water & Wastewater (Hampshire)

Location: Hampshire

Salary: Competitive + Vehicle + Package Employment

Type: Permanent, recruiting on behalf of a leading water & utilities contractor

Overview

We are supporting a major contractor within the water and wastewater sector in the recruitment of an experienced Project Manager to deliver network and civils projects across Hampshire. This role suits a strong operational leader with experience in utilities, water networks, reinstatement or civils delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery, lead Day-to-day delivery of water and wastewater network schemes, ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations.

Programme Management, plan, sequence and manage multiple live projects, driving productivity and meeting milestones.

Commercial Control, manage budgets, variations, forecasting and subcontractor performance under NEC frameworks.

HSEQ Leadership, maintain high safety standards, environmental compliance and quality assurance across all works.

Stakeholder Engagement, liaise with the client, local authorities, residents and internal teams to ensure clear communication and customer satisfaction.

Risk Management, identify risks early, implement mitigation plans and escalate issues where required.

Team Leadership, lead and support supervisors, operatives and subcontractors to achieve operational excellence.

Candidate Requirements

Water/Utilities experience, background in water networks, wastewater, utilities, civils or reinstatement.

H&S qualifications, SMSTS, NRSWA Supervisor or equivalent.

Commercial awareness, understanding of NEC contracts, cost control and subcontractor management.

Technical understanding, knowledge of water mains, drainage, repairs, civils or network operations.

Strong communication, confident dealing with clients, residents and internal teams.

Full UK Driving Licence, regional travel across Hampshire required.

Desirable

Experience on Southern Water frameworks

Temporary Works knowledge

EUSR or Confined Space

Whats on Offer

Competitive salary & package

Company vehicle or allowance

Long-term framework stability

Training & progression

Supportive, safety-driven culture

If you are looking for a fantastic Project Manager opportunity and want to work for a forward-thinking company within the water and utilities sector, then apply now with your updated CV. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are not always able to respond to every applicant. If you havent heard back from us within 2 weeks, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful for the role currently advertised.

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability, or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the job.

Finlay Jude Associates Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers.

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