Engineering Project Manager

• Work with the team to achieve the time and cost targets.
• Work with and managing indirectly a wider Thames Water team of multi-function Engineers, Environmental, Construction and Commercial Assurance support.
• Accountable for the developing the projects and documentation for submission through the Governance process to achieve the correct funding to deliver the project as required by the internal stakeholders / client.
• Provide Project Assurance during the delivery, commissioning and hand over of assets.
• Act as the Engineering Project Manager responsible for the design & build of Wastewater Treatment Process, chemical dosing and pipelines in accordance with project delivery procedures. For projects ranging in complexity between £100k to £5m in value managed directly by the team.
• Take a lead role in the planning and delivery of design & build activities focusing on the design, construction & commissioning elements.
• Act as the key contact to support the role of CDM Designer or Principal Designer particularly for projects where the design is undertaken by the inhouse engineers.
• Acting as the Project lead from conception to handover in relation to planned projects or urgent/emergency works. Being able to come up with robust and safe concepts and/or solutions is a key requirement for this position.

Working at Thames Water

• Be competent in risk management, including risk identification, mitigation and control. Being able to de-risk and add value during the outline design stage is a key requirement for this position.
• Experience of the Wastewater process is ideal along with a good working knowledge of end to end project delivery process in particular commissioning and integration of assets.
• Fully competent at using the appropriate company IT systems and Office software.
• Degree level or equivalent in an engineering discipline.
• Experience in managing project teams and accountability for project delivery.
• Capable of working on several projects and managing the works awarded to Internal stakeholders, framework suppliers / contractors and external consultants.
• Ability to get things done and willing to be flexible to be on site when needed.
• Good communication, relationship building and listening skills with a curious mind.
• Extensive experience in field of Wastewater treatment process design, technical, commissioning and construction assurance, including integration of ICA / SCADA / Electrical elements

Location: Hybrid – Flexible location within the Thames Valley and Home Counties

Competitive salary from £51,705 to £67,000 per annum

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else just let us know, we’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

• Competitive salary from £51,705 to £67,000 per annum
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to both company and individual performance measures and targets
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.
• 26 days holiday per year increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Job related car allowance