Location
Hybrid – Coppermills Water Treatment Site, Walthamstow, London, E17 7HQ.

Hours
36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Salary
£67,000 to £88,000 per annum depending on experience.

About the Role
Ready to shape the future of water infrastructure for one of the world’s greatest cities? As a Senior Project Manager with Thames Water, you will lead a complex £100M+ project and join a legacy of dedicated professionals delivering essential services to millions of Londoners. You will be part of Thames Water’s Major Projects & Programmes Team, driving major infrastructure improvements at the Coppermills Water Treatment Works.
This flagship initiative involves intricate engineering, demanding stakeholder management, and the opportunity to deliver outcomes that matter on a national scale.
You will lead a cross-functional project team and collaborate closely with our Tier 1 contractor to ensure successful delivery.
Key responsibilities include leading the delivery of a highly complex, multi-year project on a 24/7 live operational site, building strong relationships within Thames Water and with delivery partners, owning project governance, contract management and reporting, and strategically guiding the team to anticipate and navigate challenges.
You will champion continuous improvement, mentor emerging talent, and lead with integrity and influence for the benefit of the project, the wider business, and the sector.
Access to a car and a driving licence is required for this role.

Experience
- Proven experience managing large-scale construction projects (circa £100M) from inception to handover.
- Strong working knowledge of relevant UK regulations and contracts such as NEC and IChemE.
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and perform well under pressure.
- Resilience and determination to work collaboratively to achieve the best project outcomes.
- Relevant water sector experience is desirable but not essential.

About you
You are a confident and experienced project manager with a passion for delivering complex infrastructure projects. You thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy leading diverse teams, and are committed to continuous improvement and mentoring others. You demonstrate integrity, strong stakeholder management skills, and the ability to influence at all levels.

Qualifications
Degree qualified in a relevant discipline such as engineering, project management, or a related field.