Senior Project Manager - (Wastewater Treatment Projects)

Glan Agua Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Project Manager in Sheffield to oversee wastewater treatment projects. The candidate will manage teams and ensure project delivery meets environmental and safety standards while fostering collaboration among stakeholders. A proven background in project management within the water and wastewater industry, paired with excellent communication skills, is essential. This full-time role comes with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus 7 bank holidays

Healthcare and pension after 2 years

Fully expensed company vehicle

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in the water and wastewater industry.
• Experience in project management of Civil and MEICA engineering works.
• Ability to engage with customers and suppliers in financial negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate project teams to deliver on time and budget.
• Monitor project performance, including risks and opportunities.
• Conduct Health and Safety inspections and training.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Education

10+ years of experience in a similar role

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office packages

Job description

Location: Glanua – Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

Senior Project Manager – Wastewater Treatment Projects

Company: Glanua

About Glanua

Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build, operate and maintain critical water and wastewater infrastructure across Ireland and the UK. We are a trusted provider to the municipal and industrial sector where our clients include Ireland and the UK’s largest water utilities, Uisce Éireann (formerly Irish Water), Thames Water, Yorkshire Water, Affinity Water and United Utilities. Glanua is passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. We promote diversity, safety, innovation, integrity and collaboration.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager you will work as part of a multi‑disciplinary engineering team to bring water and wastewater infrastructure projects from design through to construction, commissioning and handover to the client. You will lead all areas of Civil, Building, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Control and Automation (MEICA) Engineering scope of works and be involved in day‑to‑day delivery, programme management, commercial management and HSQE development.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Work as part of a team on one or more projects, embracing a “one team” culture.
• Ensure Health, Safety, Environmental & Sustainability standards, policies and procedures are adhered to on site.
• Instil a positive Health and Safety culture within the team.
• Work closely and collaborate with all key stakeholders including clients, client representatives and third‑party agencies.
• Lead and coordinate the multi‑discipline civil, MEICA and process team to deliver the project on time, on budget and to the highest quality standards.
• Facilitate the coordination role of the PSDP for live projects with internal and external designers; represent the company as PSCS on live sites and coordinate all required documentation.
• Conduct regular Health and Safety inspections, toolbox talks and white‑board meetings.
• Use best practice project management techniques such as Lean Construction and Last Planner.
• Monitor project performance, including risk and opportunities; mitigate or reduce risk and manage opportunities.
• Report monthly performance to the framework manager against programme, budget and HSQE.
• Lead the procurement of supplies and sub‑contracts on time and within budget.
• Manage cash flow on projects and work with the Contracts Manager/Commercial Manager to ensure interim payment applications are submitted on time.
• Build and promote industry‑leading teams by providing training and mentoring of staff and setting out development plans.
• Assist with resource management and recruitment as a hiring manager.
• Provide assistance and guidance on tendering opportunities for new projects.
• Respond to and address client and stakeholder complaints promptly; collect client satisfaction surveys and provide feedback.
• Improve the project delivery process by providing lessons learned and innovative solutions for future projects.
• Keep appraised of the latest standards and technology through continuous professional development (CPD).
• Other duties as required from time to time.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar role, preferably in the water and wastewater industry.
• Experience in project management of Civil and MEICA engineering works such as concrete, pipelaying, mechanical system installation and electrical installation packages.
• Ability to work under pressure to deliver project objectives.
• Ability to engage with customers, suppliers and sub‑contractors in financial negotiations and final account agreements.
• Good working knowledge of programme management software such as Microsoft Project; ability to prepare baseline programmes and programme updates.
• Ability to use initiative, problem solve and adjust as issues arise during project delivery.
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office packages (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project).
• Strong communication skills with a high level of motivation.
• Full driving licence.

What We Offer You

• Opportunity to join an ambitious and growing organisation.
• Monday to Friday working week finishing early on Fridays.
• 25 days annual leave plus 7 bank holidays.
• Competitive base salary with annual salary reviews.
• Incentivisation benefits.
• Healthcare and pension after 2 years of service.
• A company laptop and phone.
• Fully expensed company vehicle.
• Access to EAP – 24/7 confidential employee counselling service, free for employees and their families.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Project Management and Information Technology