AECOM
Senior Project Manager - Water Sector
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About AECOM
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, and 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
Start here. Grow here.
At AECOM, we are proud to have 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.
We will support the Environment Agency in ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of their record investment program, reducing flood risk, and delivering projects that protect communities and benefit the environment.
We are inviting Senior Project Managers (SPMs) and Associate Project Managers (APMs) to join our Infrastructure Project Management team. Based in our North, Midlands, and Scotland Region (operating across 8 offices), you will guide water projects across the FRAM initiative, contributing to ambitious growth for our teams and communities.
Here, innovation meets ambition. As a SPM, you will work with your peers and direct reports to champion, coordinate, and deliver cutting-edge solutions across the project lifecycle—from inception, through design and procurement, to site delivery and commissioning.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of multi-disciplinary project teams, ensuring collaborative, on-time, and high-quality outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Work with other Senior and Associate Project Managers, Directors, and cross-functional teams to guide projects from concept to commissioning.
- Provide mentoring and growth opportunities for Project Managers, Graduates, and Apprentices.
- Establish and maintain project governance—defining clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability frameworks aligned with organisational standards.
- Manage client-side operations, including stakeholder engagement, Health & Safety, risk, quality, schedule, and contracts (primarily NEC ECC or PSC).
- Ensure projects meet client satisfaction (scope, cost, time) and commercial objectives.
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Project Execution Tasks:
- Chair project meetings, prepare minutes, and develop Project Execution Plans (PEPs).
- Authorise PEP commitments and generate accurate tender documentation.
- Proactively engage with stakeholders and teams to align on project scope and deadlines.
- Lead bid submission for new projects and contract submissions.
- Resource Management: Secure requisite skills and manage subcontractors’ performance.
- Client Relationships: Foster strong links with stakeholders while championing new and existing client opportunities.
- Certification: Lead and steer the project team toward NEC-approved excellence.
Requirements and Qualifications
Experience (Essential):
- Infrastructure Project Management (especially Water industry experience).
- Proven expertise in NEC3/4 contracts, particularly NEC Engineering and Construction Contracts (ECC) or Professional Services Contracts (PSC). NEC ECC Accreditation is critical.
- Experience in collaborative, multi-organisation, or integrated teams.
- Bid management and pricing experience (e.g., drafting RFQs, submissions).
Skills & Mindset:
- Outstanding communication (written & verbal) and organisational abilities.
- Relationship building at all levels—clients, team members, and business networks.
- Adversity is resilience in the face of remote and on-site challenges.
- Project management qualifications (e.g., APM PMQ, PRINCE2) are desirable.
- Membership or accreditation with professional bodies like APM, CIOB, ICE, or RICS preferred.
- APC/passes required on standard contracts.
- Experience working within client organisations (direct hire, co-house, or secondment).
Education & Continuous Growth:
A degree in project management, engineering, environmental science, construction, or relevant discipline (regardless of industry). Security clearance voucher must be accepted for roles involving government/critical infrastructure (subject to successful screening).
Hybrid Leadership:
Able to self-initiate, inspire teams, and keep projects aligned with the AECOM code of Integrity, Adaptability, and Diversity.
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Additional Benefits
Culture of Growth:
- Global, award-winning firm recognised for innovation, social impact, and sustainability.
- Hybrid work options and flexibility for maximum productivity.
- Mentorship opportunities with subject matter experts enablers of high-impact Community Network.
Lifetime Growth:
- Cultivate your career strategy with up to 24 episodic access training per year.
- Engage with mentorship offerings to shape your professional trajectory.
- Work in client consultation—delivering futures, pathways, and thriving environments.
DNV Grant:
- This role supports AECOM’s commitment to Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) standards.
- AI ngle co-location/remote driven or on-site option.
- Security screening will apply based on assignment locations.
Benefits:
AECOM supports you with:
- A competitive compensation and benefits package
- Industry-leading technology and tools
- Discounts on performance products
- 15 days base annual leave plus Bank Holidays
- Discounts on AECOM-owned retail merchandise.
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health Support (including counseling).
- Commuter Light Rail Scheme/Travel Allowances.
- Tuition Reimbursement (Eligibility dependent).
- Protégé mentorship programs, upskilling and professional development and upskilling initiatives, and virtual mentorship.
About AECOM
AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with a presence in more than 200 locations worldwide. We remain committed to shaping a better infrastructure future—for communities, nations, and generations yet unseen.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and work diversity amongst our employees reflection of our engagement. AECOM permits people everywhere to embrace their full potential. To see how you could integrate into our culture and projects, visit aecom.com or follow us on @AECOM and LinkedIn.
Please contact ReasonableAccommodationsUKI@aecom.com if you are diagnosed with a disability and need accommodation for interview preparations. We invite all superitas and unique voices who align with its challenging-led approach to transform the world.
ReqID: J10151253
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Program & Project Management
Work Location Model: Hybrid
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