Project Director – Winchester

Winchester, Hampshire
MWH Treatment
Job Opportunity: Projects Director

We are looking to strengthen our Delivery team with a Projects Director for a £150m project in Winchester on our CMDP Joint Venture Framework.

You will report directly to the Programme Director and will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of the project. Your role will ensure alignment with company strategy by planning and evaluating project activities within the required timeline and budget, without compromising health and safety, and maintaining high customer satisfaction.

Key responsibilities will include:

1. Promoting exceptional safety and quality standards among the workforce.
2. Ensuring the BMS is implemented throughout all stages of project delivery.
3. Maintaining strong client relationships at all levels.
4. Upholding the company’s reputation through good relationships with joint venture partners and suppliers.
5. Ensuring availability of trained personnel aware of their responsibilities.
6. Planning projects, reviewing and approving the Project Execution Plan (PEP), and monitoring project delivery.
7. Preparing and approving detailed construction plans and method statements prior to activities.
8. Completing and making available all records referred to in the PEP at contract completion.
9. Reporting site non-conformities and estimating associated costs.
10. Managing all commercial aspects proactively with accurate forecasts and estimates.
11. Implementing Quality, Safety, and Environmental Policies and Targets.
12. Satisfying customer requirements to enhance perception and satisfaction.
13. Maintaining knowledge of technical disciplines related to water and wastewater projects.
14. Applying project management practices from conception to end-user acceptance.
15. Participating in external networking and professional development activities.
16. Undertaking additional duties as required, maintaining a professional image, and fostering positive relationships.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Project management experience in multi-disciplinary design and construction projects, preferably within the water industry.
• Degree or equivalent in construction, commercial, or engineering disciplines.
• Project Management Qualification (PMQ) or equivalent.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work closely with clients, stakeholders, and end users.
• Delivery-driven with the ability to set targets and motivate teams.
• Extensive experience in project delivery.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, ideally NEC and/or IChemE.
• Ability to negotiate and administer contracts.
• Experience presenting at MWHT Governance Reviews.
• Risk and Opportunity Management experience.
• Knowledge of CDM and construction health & safety regulations.

Desirable qualifications:

• Experience with water and wastewater treatment plants.
• Chartered status with relevant engineering, commercial, or construction institutions.
• NEC Project Manager Accreditation.
• Additional knowledge of CDM and health & safety regulations.

Technical competencies include: Contract Management, Governance, Budgeting, Risk Management, Project Planning, Digital Delivery, Procurement, Solutions Development, Stakeholder Management, Resource Management, Change Management, and Quality Management.

Behavioral competencies include: Communication, Collaboration, Client Focus, Results Orientation, Integrity, Trust, Respect, Coaching, and Leadership.