Smart Project Manager

Pennon Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading water and renewables company is seeking a Smart Project Manager in Bristol or Exeter to oversee the Field Delivery workstream for a major programme deploying smart meters to over 850,000 customers. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience, strong stakeholder engagement skills, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams. A competitive salary of £53,000–£60,000 plus a comprehensive benefits package is offered, making this an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays

Discretionary bonus

Competitive contributory pension

Share-save scheme

Various health benefits

Wellbeing support programmes

Cycle to work scheme

Financial support services

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project/programme management within large organizations.
• Experience managing diverse stakeholders, including front-line teams.
• Strong organisational skills for effective workload management.
• Experience in leading workshops and engaging multiple levels.

Responsibilities

• Own and deliver the Field Delivery programme workstream.
• Collaborate with third parties to ensure timely delivery.
• Oversee delivery and manage business readiness activities.
• Develop, own, and manage the project plan.
• Maintain communication across all organisational levels.

Skills

Project/programme management

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Experience with field-based teams

Education

Project management qualification (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent)

Tools

Metering hardware knowledge

Job description

# Smart Project ManagerBristol or Exeter /People /Permanent full-time## Smart Project ManagerAt **Pennon Group**, we’re proud to be leading the way in the water and renewables industries. Alongside our subsidiaries - South West Water, Bristol Water, Bournemouth Water, SES Water, Pennon Water Services and Pennon Power - we’re committed to delivering a sustainable future of our region. Because we know that by continually driving up our standards today, we’ll build a better tomorrow for our communities.Pennon is embarking on a major transformational programme to deploy smart meters to over **850,000 customers during AMP8**. This ambitious programme will introduce new operating models, innovative partnerships, and a single technical solution that supports all Pennon brands.We are looking for a **Smart Project Manager – Field Delivery** to take full ownership of the **Field Delivery workstream**, playing a critical role in the successful cross-group delivery of this programme.The role is offered on a full-time, **permanent basis,** with a salary of **£53,000–£60,000** per annum, plus a comprehensive benefits package.## What you will be doing:- Own and deliver the Field Delivery programme workstream, ensuring alignment with Pennon requirements.- Work closely with third parties, including meter manufacturers and network providers, to ensure timely delivery.- Oversee delivery of early rollouts in conjunction with operational leads, ensuring targets are met.- Manage business readiness activities for the field delivery function.- Develop, own, and manage the project plan for Field Delivery, including effective transition of services.- Maintain strong communication channels across all levels of the organisation, ensuring field teams are informed and engaged.- Support the shaping of the MVP and longer-term roadmap for smart delivery.- Collaborate with HR teams to manage people-related impacts of change.- Facilitate large workshops and ensure full coordination of activities across programme workstreams.## What we are looking for:- Proven experience in **project/programme management**, preferably in a large, complex organisation.- Demonstrable experience managing diverse stakeholders, including front-line teams and executives.- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage your own workload effectively.- Experience managing field-based teams.- Confident communicator capable of leading workshops and engaging across multiple levels of the business.**Desirable Qualifications:**- Formal project management qualification (PRINCE2, PMP, or equivalent).- Technical understanding of metering hardware, infrastructure, and systems.## What's in it for you:- Pennon, who are one of the largest companies in the South West and we are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition. We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us.**In return, we will offer an excellent range of benefits including:**- Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays- A discretionary Bonus- Competitive Contributory Pension- Share-save Scheme- Various health benefits- Wellbeing support programmes- A range of Group Discounts- Cycle to Work Scheme- Financial support services- And plenty more!**Closing Date: 9th January 2026***Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.***Be yourself, we like it that way.** Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.**Our core values which are essential to our success are:****Be Rock Solid** - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.**Be You** - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.**Be the Future** - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.