Project Manager - Clean & Wastewater

Project Manager

Water & Wastewater Infrastructure Projects
Contract | 3–12 Months

Site-Based Role – Yorkshire

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our client to support the delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure schemes under a long-term regional utility framework in the North of England.

This role involves managing network-based projects from early definition and design coordination through to construction and handover.

Schemes will typically include pipeline renewals, network upgrades, and works delivered within live operational environments.

This is a delivery-focused, hands-on role suited to a Project Manager with strong experience in utility or civil infrastructure projects who is comfortable taking full ownership of programme, commercial performance, risk, and site safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead water and/or wastewater infrastructure projects from inception through construction
• Take accountability for programme, budget control, risk management, and change processes
• Coordinate internal teams, designers, contractors, and specialist suppliers
• Oversee site operations and ensure safe, efficient project delivery
• Drive compliance with health, safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Maintain accurate reporting including progress tracking, forecasting, and risk registers
• Manage commercial performance including variations and cost control
• Proactively resolve technical, operational, and delivery challenges
• Ensure adherence to framework governance and industry regulations

About You

• Demonstrable experience delivering water, utilities, or civil engineering infrastructure projects
• Background in network-based works (pipelines, mains, or buried infrastructure desirable)
• Experience operating within regulated utility or framework environments
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and live site operations
• Proven track record managing health & safety on complex infrastructure projects
• Commercial awareness with experience managing costs and change
• Familiarity with NEC forms of contract advantageous
• Self-motivated, delivery-driven, and comfortable working across both site and office environments

Why Apply?

• Long-term framework with consistent project pipeline
• High-value regional infrastructure schemes
• Freelance engagement offering autonomy and responsibility
• Collaborative, delivery-focused team environment
• Role centred on project execution rather than business development