Overview In this Project Manager role, you will lead complex water-sector projects from planning through delivery, aligning with client expectations and Stantec’s PM framework. You’ll collaborate with clients, consultants, contractors, and internal teams to deliver on time, within budget, and to high quality. You will identify risks early, manage budgets and schedules, and provide clear updates to diverse audiences. This role offers hybrid working from the Midlands with opportunities to shape multi-disciplinary programmes and contribute to growth in the water sector.
Pay / Benefits - hybrid / flexible working
- competitive salary
- bonus schemes
- enhanced pension plan
- annual leave buy/sell option
- private medical insurance
Responsibilities - Lead planning, execution and delivery of a portfolio of water sector projects
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders
- Identify and mitigate risks early and address issues proactively
- Manage project budgets, schedules and resources to meet financial and operational targets
- Prepare and present regular updates and documentation for internal and external audiences
Key requirements - Experience in the Water industry with project management and commercial management experience
- Industry chartership qualification (e.g., CEng) or similar
- Industry-recognised project management qualification (e.g., PMQ) or similar
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and build effective stakeholder relationships
- Track record of proactive risk management and mitigation in projects
- Experience leading and mentoring team members in project and commercial management
- Ambition to drive innovation and client service while supporting growth in the sector
- Relationship building
- Proactive communication
- Leadership and mentoring
- Project management
- Budget and cost control
- Schedule management
