AECOM
Senior Project Manager - Water Sector
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Company Description
Work with Us. Change the World.
At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.
There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.
We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.
Job Description: Senior Project Manager (Flood Risk and Asset Management - FRAM)
Start here. Grow here.
AECOM has been appointed to all three Flood Risk and Asset Management (FRAM) Lots, the first announced under the UK Government Commercial Agency’s Construction Professional Services 2 (CPS2) Framework. Deepening our 25-year partnership with the Environment Agency, this role will involve delivering technical, environmental, commercial, and programme services across flood and coastal risk management.
We are looking for Senior Project Managers and Associate Project Managers, with a proven track record in the Water industry, to join our Infrastructure Project Management team. You’ll work across our North, Midlands, and Scotland Region, operating from 8 regional offices.
Our growth trajectory is robust, supported by a strong pipeline of projects. Join a team comprised of like-minded professionals passionate about innovation-driven solutions.
The Role: Senior Project Manager
You will lead and manage capital investment projects from inception through design, procurement, construction, and commissioning. This role involves:
- Client-side project management support across all stages (option studies, procurement, contract administration, on-site delivery).
- Leading the delivery of multi-disciplinary, complex projects within collaborative delivery teams.
- Providing mentorship to Project Managers, Graduates, and Apprentices.
- Establishing and maintaining governance frameworks, defining roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities.
- Ensuring client satisfaction by meeting quality, cost, and timeline requirements.
- Stakeholder, health & safety, risk, quality, and contract management.
- Harmonising project team resources with client and business needs.
- Managing subcontractors and off-site teams.
- Building and maintaining strong client and cross-functional relationships.
- Supporting business development with existing and new clients.
- Managing project management bids.
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Key Responsibilities
Project Execution
- Lead and deliver capital investment projects through all lifecycle phases.
- Manage NEC suite contracts, particularly NEC Professional Services (PSC) and Engineering & Construction Contracts (ECC) (preferably NEC ECC Accredited).
- Collaborate seamlessly within integrated, multi-oragnisational teams.
Team Leadership
- Mentor and guide Project Managers, Graduates, and Apprentices.
- Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and collaboration.
Stakeholder Engagement
- Maintain strong stakeholder relationships (internal & external).
- Act as key business development point of contact.
Operational Excellence
- Optimise project governance, risk, quality, schedule, and finance.
- Ensure agile and efficient resource allocation.
- Apply digital project management tools proficiently.
Requirements
Experience & Expertise
- Minimum 6 years of consultancy experience delivering full-spectrum project management services:
- Chairing meetings, documenting proceedings, devising Project Execution Plans (PEP), and preparing reports.
- Proven background in the Water industry (highly desirable).
- Expertise in NEC contracts (preferably NEC4).
- Experience working with co-located client teams secondments.
- Strong bid submission preparation skills.
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Essential Skills
- Leadership development: ability to influence, negotiate, and resolve complex issues.
- Change management and conflict resolution.
- Strong stakeholder and client relationship management.
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and numeracy.
- Demonstrated ability to secure new business:
- Net new opportunities consistently.
- Persuasive and engaging storytelling.
- Exemplary networking skills.
Team Dynamics
- Collaborative, adaptable, and flexible.
- Diplomatic, patient, respectful, with a ‘can-do’ attitude.
Qualifications & Certifications
Preferred Professional and Academic Background
- Relevant degree in:
- Project Management
- Engineering
- Environmental Sciences
- Construction Management
- Project Management Qualifications:
- APM Project Management Qualification (PMQ)
- PRINCE2 Accreditation
- Membership in or affiliations with:
- Association for Project Management (APM)
- Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
- Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Benefits & Opportunities
At AECOM, we believe: Freedom to Grow in a World of Opportunity
- Hybrid work flexibility: flexible work schedule across AECOM offices, remote sites, and client locations.
- Holistic wellness support:
- Health programs (physical and mental)
- Benefits for dependents
- Competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and career uplift opportunities.
Employee Insight
- Global impact: contributing to sustainable infrastructure globally.
- Inclusivity and growth: AECOM uplifts communities and embraces diversity and equity.
- Equal opportunity initiatives: all inclusive recruitment process.
- Affirming the Disability Confident Employer principle — applicable candidates are offered interviews.
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ReqID: J10151253 Business Line: Buildings & Places Business Group: Civil Technology and Services (CTS) Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
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