Senior Project Manager - Water Sector
Location: Tamworth (4 days a week onsite, 1 day wfh)
Rate: Competitive (Inside IR35)
An award-winning and fast-growing project and programme consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to deliver client-facing consultancy support across UK water sector programmes.
Reporting to the UK Delivery Lead, you will play a key role in supporting water companies through the delivery of complex capital projects, providing strong leadership across NEC contract management, procurement and project controls.
The Role
As a Senior Project Manager, you will be embedded within client teams, delivering projects across both pre- and post-contract stages, with a particular focus on NEC3 / NEC4 ECC contracts. You'll utilise your major project experience to drive efficiencies, support effective supply chain engagement, and ensure robust commercial and contractual governance.
You will also contribute to the development of project teams, supporting junior Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
Key Responsibilities
General
- Client-side administration and management of NEC3 / NEC4 ECC contracts (Options A, C and E)
- Budget control, cost forecasting and financial reporting
- Collaborate with Quantity Surveyors on payment valuations and certification under NEC ECC and PSC contracts
- Draft and manage contractual communications including Early Warning Notices and Compensation Events
Pre-Contract
- Project scope development, feasibility studies and cost estimates
- Preparation and evaluation of tender documentation
- Risk identification and development of mitigation strategies
- Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) and collaboration during design stages
Post-Contract
- Management and administration of construction contracts
- Monitor project expenditure and in-year spend
- Lead evaluation and negotiation of Compensation Events
- Final accounts and post-project evaluations
About You
- Proven experience as a Senior Project Manager within the UK Water Industry (essential)
- Strong working knowledge of NEC3 / NEC4 suite of contracts
- Experience delivering ECI and Design & Build projects
- Good knowledge of CDM Regulations
Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant discipline
- Full membership of a chartered body (e.g. APM, CaSA or equivalent)
- Valid CSCS Card (Water Hygiene Card desirable)
- Right to work in the UK
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work with a consultancy recognised for innovation in project delivery
- Long-term programme work within the UK water sector
- Strong focus on professional development, training and chartership support
- Supportive, people-first consultancy environment
