South West Water keeps the South West flowing with safe, reliable drinking water and wastewater services across some of the UK’s most stunning landscapes.
We’re looking for talented professionals to help deliver vital capital projects across our clean water, wastewater and environmental infrastructure assets.
As an Engineering Project Manager – Capital Delivery, you will be responsible for leading the successful delivery of a portfolio of capital investment projects across Pennon Group’s operational asset base. You will manage projects through the full project lifecycle, from initial scope development, feasibility and design, through procurement, construction, commissioning and project close‑out. Working closely with internal engineering teams, framework partners, contractors and operational stakeholders, you will ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and in line with regulatory and business requirements.
What you’ll be doing
- Manage multiple fast‑paced construction and engineering projects simultaneously, from design through to delivery.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams and oversee the execution of works on clean and wastewater operational sites.
- Ensure all projects meet South West Water’s quality, safety, environmental and regulatory standards.
- Provide clear, confident communication to stakeholders at all levels.
- Attend operational and construction sites, offering hands‑on support and ensuring compliance with H&S requirements.
- Utilise Microsoft tools for project tracking, reporting and documentation.
- Support mobilisation of temporary works and out‑of‑hours emergency responses when required.
- Apply working knowledge of NEC contracts and CDM regulations (desirable).
What we’re looking for
- Experience delivering engineering, infrastructure or capital projects within the water, utilities or construction sectors.
- Proven commercial management experience, including NEC contract administration, change control, programme management and contractor performance management.
- Strong project management skills, including programme, budget, risk and stakeholder management.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
- Proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong problem‑solving capability.
- Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within construction and operational environments.
- Full UK driving licence.
Technical Background
A background in one or more of the following disciplines would be advantageous:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- ICA (Instrumentation, Control & Automation)
- Process Engineering
- Water or Wastewater Operations
- Environmental Engineering
- Construction Management
Whats in it for you
- 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: 17th July 2026
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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