Project Manager

Project Manager - Wakefield
My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to join their team to oversee delivery of NESOP (Network & Storm Overflow Programme) projects within the Yorkshire Water AMP8 Framework.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to lead and manage projects that are critical to improving network resilience, storm overflow performance and environmental compliance across the region's wastewater infrastructure.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the safe, compliant and efficient delivery of NESOP schemes, maintaining strict control of quality, budget and programme performance.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage NESOP projects within the Yorkshire Water AMP8 framework, primarily focused on wastewater network improvements, storm overflow mitigation and associated infrastructure upgrades.
- Develop and deliver comprehensive project plans, programmes and budgets in collaboration with internal teams, Yorkshire Water stakeholders and supply chain partners.
- Monitor project progress against key performance indicators, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
- Coordinate labour, plant, materials and subcontract resources to meet programme and delivery objectives.
- Ensure all works comply with Yorkshire Water technical standards, regulatory requirements and environmental obligations.
- Conduct regular site visits and inspections to verify compliance with health, safety, quality and environmental standards.
- Prepare and present detailed project reports including progress updates, cost forecasts, risk registers and performance metrics.
- Manage stakeholder relationships including client representatives, designers, subcontractors and regulatory bodies.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives aligned to AMP8 performance objectives and alliance delivery principles.
- Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, framework requirements and internal governance procedures throughout the project lifecycle.
- Promote a collaborative, high-performing and safety-focused culture across project teams.

Experience & Skills Required
- Proven experience in project management within the water, wastewater or civil infrastructure sector.
- Experience delivering wastewater network, storm overflow, or environmental improvement schemes is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of AMP frameworks and regulated utility environments.
- Demonstrable experience managing multiple projects or workstreams simultaneously.
- Strong commercial awareness including cost control, forecasting and change management.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.
- Proficient in project management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- A strong commitment to health, safety, quality and environmental performance.

Qualifications (Desirable)
- Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
- SMSTS (or equivalent).
- CSCS Manager Card.
- Relevant water industry training (e.g., confined space, water hygiene).

This is a fantastic opportunity to join one of the North of England's largest construction companies who have exciting plans for near future in the region. For more information on this role please contact Jack Burton on (phone number removed) or via email on (url removed)