Senior Project Manager - Water

Reference: 30786203149_1776958204

About the Role


Reporting to the Water Project Management Delivery Lead for the UK, your role as Senior Project Manager will involve delivering work with water companies or the Environment Agency in the Midlands area in consultancy roles. However, there will be opportunity for progression between UK water, environment, rail or nuclear sectors.


As a Senior Project Manager, you will have knowledge and experience in pre- and post-contract management in NEC 3 or NEC 4 ECC form and procurement within the UK water, environment, rail or nuclear sector. The senior Project Manager will be expected to utilise their major project experience and knowledge to drive efficiencies and effective supply chain engagement and contract management.


As Senior Project Manager you will have experience working with Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and/ or Early Subcontractor Involvement (ESI) in design and build major capital programmes.
We will fully support your personal growth and development enabling you access to training courses, a path to chartership or help you develop your career to the level you want. We are true believers in personal development and will support you every step of the way.
Role Responsibilities:
General
* NEC3/4 Option A, Option C, Option E ECC Contract management and administration client side
* Budget control
* Collaborating with the QS on Payment valuations and certifying monthly payments under ECC and PSC forms of the NEC 4 form of contract
* Actual cost forecasting and Defined Cost determination in collaboration with the QS
* Establishing and maintaining productive and collaborative relationships with relevant internal and external stakeholders
* Ensure appropriate project management records and commercial records are maintained in line with the contract requirements and oversee any contractual issues
* Investigate and draft contract communications and notices including Early Warning Notices, notification of Compensation Events, General Communications in line with best practice
Pre-Contract Activities
* Conduct initial project scope planning, cost estimates and feasibility studies
* Preparation of tender documentation
* Evaluation of tenders
* Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies
* Collaborate with contractors early in he design phase
Post-Contract Activities
* Manage and administer construction contracts
* Monitor project expenditure and manage cash flow
* Lead the evaluation and negotiation of change orders or variations
* Claims and dispute resolution
* Final accounts and post-project evaluation
What do we need from you
* Bachelor's or master's Degree qualification in a numeric degree
* Full Membership of chartered body such APM at MAPM.
* A wealth of experience postgraduate in Rail, Nuclear, Water and/ or Environment.
* Line Management and recruitment experience of Project Mangers or Assistant Project Mangers.
* CDM regulation knowledge and experience.
* Risk management experience
* Valid CSCS card, with Water Hygiene Card desirable.
* Main contractor and/or joint venture experience working client side
* An experienced user of the NEC3-4 suite of contracts (A-C-E must have)
* You must have the right to work in the UK
* This role is subject to client interview and acceptance
* You will be required to be onsite at our client 4 days per week (Midlands)
Whats in it for you?

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we're leaving behind. As part of our team, you'll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.
Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.
We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one's contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

£70,000.00 - £85,000.00
Per annum
GBP70000 - GBP85000 per annum

Coventry

Permanent

Added 23/04/2026
Reference: 30786203149_1776958204

Senior Project Manager - Water

Coventry
Permanent

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