Project Manager - Mains Renewals

Project Manager - Water Mains Renewal
Location: Leeds
Working Hours: 45 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Reporting to: Framework Lead
Competency Level: Manager

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join a growing water infrastructure delivery team, overseeing the successful delivery of clean water mains renewal projects across the Yorkshire region.

Working within a major water infrastructure programme, you will take responsibility for managing project teams and delivering a portfolio of capital works safely, efficiently, on budget and within agreed timescales.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Project Manager with experience in water utilities and mains renewal to play a key role in delivering essential infrastructure improvements, driving operational efficiencies and enhancing the long-term performance of the water network.

You will take ownership of projects from the outset, leading site teams and working closely with design partners, suppliers, subcontractors, local authorities and other key stakeholders to ensure successful delivery.

With a strong focus on safety, quality, commercial performance and customer satisfaction, you will use your technical knowledge and leadership experience to drive continuous improvement and deliver innovative, value-led solutions.

Key Responsibilities
Project and Team Management

Lead and manage project teams and supply chain partners across the designated operational area.
Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed safely, on time and within budget.
Manage resource allocation across the programme to ensure projects are appropriately staffed and supported.
Develop and maintain a high-performing project team, ensuring all personnel are suitably trained, competent and supported.
Provide effective leadership, mentoring and development opportunities for existing and new team members.
Manage team performance through regular one-to-one meetings, objective setting, performance reviews and appropriate people management processes.
Monitor and review the productivity, performance and quality of site teams and suppliers.
Health, Safety and Environmental Management

Champion a positive health, safety and environmental culture across all project activities.
Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, industry standards and company procedures, including Construction Design and Management (CDM) requirements.
Maintain effective day-to-day management of site safety and environmental performance.
Conduct regular site inspections, safety audits, toolbox talks, briefings and risk assessments.
Monitor safety performance, investigate issues and implement appropriate corrective actions.
Promote near-miss and hazard reporting, driving continuous improvements in safety performance.
Work towards achieving excellent safety standards, including zero accident frequency targets.
Programme and Commercial Delivery

Ensure all works are delivered in accordance with agreed programmes and contractual requirements.
Monitor and control project costs, including labour, plant, materials and fuel.
Identify and manage project risks, taking proactive steps to minimise disruption, delays and avoidable costs.
Ensure works are correctly planned, priced and completed within relevant highway notice periods.
Drive productivity, operational efficiencies and innovative working practices.
Monitor contract performance against agreed KPIs and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Ensure defects, fixed penalty notices and avoidable service disruptions are kept to a minimum.
Stakeholder and Customer Management

Build and maintain effective working relationships with clients, local authorities, design partners, suppliers and subcontractors.
Work collaboratively with operational and delivery teams to ensure smooth programme execution.
Promote excellent customer service and minimise disruption to local communities.
Communicate effectively with directly employed personnel and subcontractors through regular briefings and updates.
Ensure all works comply with relevant street works legislation and codes of practice.
Quality and Continuous Improvement

Maintain high standards of workmanship and water quality throughout project delivery.
Ensure projects meet agreed quality, environmental and sustainability requirements.
Proactively manage future works to prevent avoidable errors, defects and operational issues.
Promote innovation, share best practice and encourage continuous improvement across the programme.
Ensure agreed project milestones and completion targets are consistently achieved.
About You - Essential Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will have:

Collaboration: Builds strong working relationships, shares knowledge and works effectively with colleagues, clients and stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes.
Integrity: Acts professionally, delivers on commitments and consistently prioritises safety, quality and environmental responsibility.
Delivery Focus: Takes ownership, works proactively and maintains high standards to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and successfully.
Continuous Improvement: Embraces innovation, challenges existing practices and actively seeks opportunities to improve performance.
Diversity, Inclusion and Wellbeing
We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported.

We recognise the importance of employee wellbeing and actively encourage a workplace culture that supports mental, physical and financial wellbeing, while embracing diversity of thought, background and experience.

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Group Company Number: 5111937