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Project Manager (Water Projects - Asset Management)
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Project Manager (Water Projects - Asset Management)
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About the Role
Due to the scale of work required for AMP8, we are looking for experienced and committed individuals to join our Water team. This role will sit within the Asset Management team and involve collaboration with our multidisciplinary technical teams.
As a Project Manager within the Asset Management team, you will work on a range of infrastructure and non-infrastructure projects across various clients in the water industry and industrial sectors.
Key Responsibilities
Your daily tasks will include:
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Project Management:
- Manage project proposals, including determining requirements, scope, resources, programmes, and cost estimates (budgets).
- Oversee the planning, execution, monitoring, control, and completion of defined projects or work packages.
- Lead and develop multidisciplinary project teams, championing high-quality delivery and promoting a focus on health and safety.
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Commercial Accountability:
- Own the profit and loss (P&L), with commercial and financial accountability—including revenue delivery, margin management, budgeting, forecasting, risk/opportunity assessments, cost controls, accounts payable/billing, and cash collection.
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Documentation & Compliance:
- Develop project management documentation, such as plans, cost forecasts, risk registers, schedules, stakeholder registers, and project organisation charts.
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Monitoring & Control:
- Track schedules, man-hours, budgets, forecasts, and expenditure.
- Ensure effective contract management—including contract administration and change management.
- Manage project deliverables, information, and records.
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Communication & Conflict Resolution:
- Communicate project information clearly to teams and stakeholders.
- Anticipate and resolve issues that may impact project delivery.
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Southh-East Leadership:
- Lead multi-disciplinary teams, comprising technical/professional staff and suppliers.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and ensure lessons learned are captured and applied.
Requirements & Qualifications
What We Look For:
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Expertise & Experience:
- Proven experience delivering infrastructure projects (advantageous exposure to regulated water projects and/or non-regulated water projects).
- A working knowledge or certification in NEC (New Engineering Contract) and the ability to administer NEC contracts.
- Membership or accreditation from institutions such as the Association for Project Management (APM), Project Management Institute (PMI), or Member of the Institution of Civil Engineers (MICE).
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Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Competence in stakeholder management, risk assessment, planning/scheduling, and commercial management.
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Educational Qualifications:
- MSc or BSc degree in relevant disciplines (e.g., civil, earth sciences, environmental science, geography).
- Progress or attainment toward chartered status with a relevant professional body.
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Benefits & Culture
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Work-Life Balance
- Hybrid policy: Two days remote work per week for flexibility.
- Modern office spaces for collaboration.
Inclusivity & Belonging
- Diverse and authentic workplaces: We celebrate difference and create belonging.
- Employee resource groups: Foster communities for shared backgrounds.
Health & Wellbeing
- Thrive Program: Health and wellbeing support.
- Virtual GP service (NHS/Irish Medical Council), menopause support, and workplace adjustments for diverse needs.
- Gymflex: Up to 40% discount on gym memberships.
Flexibility
- "WSP My Hour": Daily hour for personal needs, flexible scheduling.
- Part-time and flexible working, additional leave, and customised bank holiday entitlement.
Career Development
- Commitment to growth: Access to training, mentoring, and professional accreditation (including chartership guidance).
We are equal-opportunity employers. We invite applications regardless of sex, race, disability, age, orientation, religion, marital status, pregnancy/maternity, or any other protected characteristic. Applicants with disabilities can rely on support and adjustments—please inform us of your needs.
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