Senior Project Manager

The successful candidate for this role will have the unique opportunity to enhance the resilience of Thames Water's network of essential upgrades to one of the most extensive Sewage Treatment works in our home counties. As a leader, you will define the project scope, program, and budget for delivery in AMP8, directly contributing to Thames Water's Capital Delivery program and Turnaround plan. Join us and spearhead the exciting changes at Thames Water!

What you’ll be doing as a Senior Project Manager

• Take accountability for governance compliance and internal/external stakeholder engagement throughout the project's lifecycle, leading to a smooth transition into operational business.
• Support the definition of solutions to meet the project objectives and be responsible for preparing a clear business case.
• Develop the best procurement strategy for the project and oversee the specifications and production of contract documentation.
• Develop a strategy for obtaining any required third-party consents, highlighting program and project risks relating to the consents required.
• Effective liaison with the relevant town planning authorities and critical internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth running and timely project delivery.
• Manage and ensure the performance of consultants and contractors to deliver timely, cost-effective, and high-quality project outcomes.
• Contribute to steering project-wide continuous improvement and delivering against stretching targets.
• Commercially manage all contract matters to achieve the optimal outcome for Thames Water.

This role will be based on a hybrid basis at Clearwater Court; you must be on-site 3-4 days a week as the business requires.
Thirty-six hours a week, Monday to Friday.
It would be ideal for the successful candidate to hold a driver's licence. But please do apply if not – this role comes with a car allowance of £5.800.

What you should bring to the role

• An engineering or other relevant degree or qualification within a business or project management qualification.
• Knowledge of the construction, infrastructure or utility industry and business knowledge with prior involvement in delivering major complex projects (up to £100m in value) within a regulated infrastructure environment.
• Knowledgeable in managing contract specification preparation, tendering, and tender evaluation processes with experience in negotiation.
• Demonstrate your capability with risk-based and analytical decision-making.
• Confidence in speaking to all levels of external and internal stakeholders.

What’s in it for you?
Your contributions will significantly shape Thames Water's Capital Delivery program and Turnaround plan. Join us in embracing the inspiring changes that lie ahead at Thames Water!

• Competitive salary from £55,000 to £75,000 per annum.
• Annual Leave -26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Car Allowance of £5.8k
• Annual Bonus
• Private Medical Health Care4
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

Find out more about our benefits and perks

Who are we?
We’re 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. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values

Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy fast-tracked career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.
Whether you’re interested in a role in one of our call centres or science labs, we’re looking for people like you with real passion and a burning desire to make things better.

So, if you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region and our planet.
Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

Our overarching aim is to ensure that Thames Water is great, diverse and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and offer extra support for those who need it throughout the recruitment process. Our aim is to remove any real or perceived barriers to success, so if you need assistance, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business, meet colleagues and earn some extra money along the way.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.