Project Manager - United Utilities / Civils

Project Manager - United Utilities / Civils

A well-established National Tier 2 Civil Engineering Contractor is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join its North West division working on projects across the United Utilities & Cumbria region. The role will lead the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of United Utilities water infrastructure schemes across the region.

Project Types Include:

Shaft Sinking
Micro Tunnelling & Trenchless Works
Deep Drainage & Utilities
Reinforced Concrete Structures
Water & Wastewater Infrastructure
Pumping Stations & Associated Civils
Access Works & Site Infrastructure

Role & Responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for the safe and successful delivery of multiple water infrastructure projects from pre-construction through to completion
• Managing site teams including Site Managers, Engineers, Foremen, Operatives, and specialist subcontractors
• Ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget, and to required quality standards
• Developing and maintaining project programmes, resource plans, and cost controls
• Managing procurement of subcontractors, plant, labour, and materials
• Leading progress meetings with clients, supply chain partners, and internal stakeholders
• Implementing and enforcing Health, Safety, Environmental & Quality procedures across all sites
• Reviewing RAMS, construction methodologies, and temporary works requirements
• Producing and presenting regular progress reports, forecasts, and commercial updates
• Building strong working relationships with United Utilities representatives and key stakeholders
• Driving performance, productivity, and continuous improvement across the project portfolio

Candidate Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Project Manager on Civil Engineering or Water Infrastructure projects
• Strong background in shaft sinking, micro tunnelling, deep drainage, and reinforced concrete structures
• Experience working on United Utilities or similar water authority frameworks is highly desirable
• SMSTS
• CSCS Black Card
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing budgets and programmes
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple sites across the North West region
• Full UK Driving Licence

What’s on Offer:

Competitive salary of £70,000 – £80,000 (DOE)

Company car or car allowance

Pension, holiday allowance, and attractive company package

Long-term career opportunity with a stable and growing contractor

Exposure to major Water Infrastructure and specialist Civil Engineering projects