Aqua Consultants
Project Manager
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Project Manager - Customer Programmes
We are currently seeking to recruit for Project Managers to join us here at Aqua Consultants. This role will be within our Customer Programmes team reporting all day-to-day duties to the Commission Manager/Head of PMO.
The ideal candidate will have project delivery experience within the water, energy, utilities, or infrastructure sectors, supported by strong project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience administering or delivering projects under NEC contracts is highly desirable, with NEC3/NEC4 accreditation strongly preferred. An APMP, APM PMQ, or equivalent qualification is beneficial, alongside proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and systems such as SAP and CRM.
What you'll be doing:
- Lead the successful delivery of assigned projects, ensuring adherence to scope, time, quality, and cost parameters.
- Coordinate and manage technical resources to fulfil project objectives and deliver high-quality results.
- Actively manage project risks and issues, establishing mitigation strategies and escalating as needed.
- Oversee contract management from signature through to final invoicing, working closely with the finance team to ensure compliance with frameworks and account processes.
- Develop and manage budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within agreed financial parameters; identify and report any cost variances promptly.
- Ensure projects adhere to the organisation's IMS standards, including conducting audits, maintaining governance, and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Facilitate clear, consistent communication with clients, internal teams, and external partners to ensure alignment on project requirements and expectations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring requirements are accurately documented and managed throughout the project lifecycle.
- Enhance the organisation's visibility with key clients, generating business development opportunities in collaboration with service leads.
- Mentor and guide Assistant Project Managers and junior staff, supporting their development and contributing to a collaborative project management community within the organisation.
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- Strong project management capabilities with organisational and meticulous attention to detail.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to write detailed reports and presentations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and project management software (e.g., SAP, CRM systems).
- APM or equivalent Project Management qualification.
- Experience in the Water Industry or wider utilities sector.
- NEC3/4 accreditation or similar project management certification.
- Proficiency with Gantt charts, digital project dashboards, and reporting tools.
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