Project Manager

Exeter, Devon
Durateam Global

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in the utilities and water sector to lead the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects from inception through to completion.

The role will involve managing a portfolio of clean water and wastewater schemes, including:

• Rising mains
• New water main reinforcements and replacements
• Shaft construction works
• Storm storage schemes
• Minor Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) works

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle, ensuring delivery is safe, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers.
• Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, resources, risks, and forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with client requirements, industry regulations, and company procedures.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and provide regular progress reporting.
• Oversee contract administration, change control, and commercial performance.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Project Manager within the utilities/water industry.
• Demonstrable experience delivering major clean water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing rising mains, water main reinforcements and replacements, shaft works, storm storage schemes, and minor M&E installations.
• Strong understanding of project planning, commercial management, health & safety, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience working under NEC contracts.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Qualifications

• Degree, HNC, or HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• APM PMQ, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management qualification.
• SMSTS and CSCS certification.