Water Construction Project Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United Kingdom.

📋 Description

• Accountable for ensuring that Potable Water Construction Projects are executed in accordance with Leep’s established processes and documented protocols.

• Responsible for ensuring that all project design activities are completed by certified third parties and accurately logged and reported in compliance with Guaranteed Standards of Performance.

• Oversee each project in alignment with the capital budget, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to financial, commercial, and regulatory obligations.

• Ensure that all construction activities are carried out according to the approved design and that any variations are managed effectively to maintain or enhance Leep’s regulatory, commercial, and financial standing.

• Ensure compliance with financial controls, including prompt management of purchase orders, invoice reviews, and reporting of variances across all assigned projects.

• Conduct regular audits of all potable water construction sites and partners, ensuring that any issues or defects are resolved using the company’s current systems and procedures.

• Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders to guarantee a smooth asset handover, ensuring all documentation and contracts are complete and that installation standards and pre-water commissioning and testing meet or exceed regulatory expectations.

• Assist the Head of Strategic Project Delivery and relevant clients by providing pre and post-sales support and guidance on critical potable water infrastructure.

• Manage the integration of Strategic Project Potable Water Infrastructure (points of connection & spine mains) to facilitate the handover of projects to the BAU Water Delivery Team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Project Management or Team Supervision roles within an SLP or Water Company.

• Proven track record in the design and construction of potable water infrastructure.

• Strong understanding of the Water Industry NAV process.

• Comprehensive knowledge of multi-utility industry asset standards such as NJUG.

• Expert understanding of the legal documentation requirements for asset adoption and delivery.

• Familiarity with H&S management and audits, along with a solid history of budget adherence.

• Knowledge of water regulatory standards relevant to the business and the processes necessary for compliance.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and skill set.

• 25 days of paid holiday plus bank holidays.

• An extra day off to celebrate your birthday.

• Annual discretionary bonus.

• Car allowance.

• Company pension plan.

• Health Cash plan provided through Westfield Health.

• Option to buy additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme.

• Engagement committee hosting events throughout the year, including a Christmas Party, Summer Party, and team socials.

• Paid professional memberships relevant to your role and access to professional development opportunities.