Job Description

Our client is a leading main contractor delivering complex, high-profile infrastructure programmes for clients across the UK. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their delivery team in Peterborough on a long term utilities framework that includes the upgrades to a number of major assets across the East Midlands and East of England. This role offers hybrid working and the opportunity to play a pivotal part in projects that directly impact water quality, safety, and sustainability.
Role Overview
As Project Manager, you will lead a multidisciplinary team through the full project lifecycle - from scoping and construction to handover and warranty management. You will be accountable for ensuring projects are delivered on time, to budget, and in line with industry and safety standards, while maintaining strong governance and compliance with all regulatory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities

• Ensure CDM compliance and champion a "Zero-Harm" culture across all schemes.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team, empowering engineers and commercial staff to innovate and deliver solutions.
• Translate programme-level strategy into measurable outcomes, optimising team utilisation.
• Manage the full project lifecycle, from initial need through to completion and post-handover warranty issues.
• Maintain accurate cost and resource forecasts, resolving issues in collaboration with Commercial and Planning teams.
• Oversee solutions that are commercially viable, safe, and fit for purpose.
• Deliver key project milestones including rehearsals and fit-for-assembly reviews.
• Foster collaboration across internal alliances and external stakeholders to promote knowledge sharing.

Essential Requirements

• Proven project management experience within the water or other similar sectors.
• Strong knowledge of Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• IOSH qualification.
• Experience working within commercial frameworks and familiarity with NEC3 or NEC4 contracts.
• Demonstrated success leading teams in a performance-driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to challenge stakeholders constructively.

Benefits and Development

• Competitive starting salary from 60,000 to 85,000
• Travel allowance of 5,000
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to five additional days.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Private healthcare
• Clear pathways for professional growth within a market-leading infrastructure provider.

This is a high-impact role offering the chance to lead critical projects that shape the water industry. Applications are being shortlisted now - experienced professionals seeking to progress their career in the sector should get in touch with Matt Clegg at Gold Group today on 01342 330539.
Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.
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