Project Delivery Manager

The role is accountable for the engagement, coordination and support of operational input into the totex solutions associated with the AMP8 delivery programme. 

Leading a team, the post holder will ensure the achievement of sustainable outcomes, representing operations with responsibility for the identification, development, acceptance and implementation of solution which deliver the required totex benefits across the AMP.

What you’ll be doing as a Project Delivery Manager:

• Coordinate major project activities across strategic pumping stations and trunk sewers, including Tideway, HS2, and Capital Delivery programmes.
• Collaborate closely with the Tideway Integration Team and key internal stakeholders.
• Manage a £5m Capex budget, oversee multimillion‑pound project delivery, and control an Opex budget of over £1m.
• Lead and develop a team of 14, fostering a strong, customer‑focused culture.
• Deliver audit actions, system improvements, and effective resource planning across contractors and operational teams.
• Own health & safety performance for all project activities and lead continuous H&S improvements.
• Drive PR24/AMP8 planning and lead the regional risk review process.
• Deliver critical asset inspection programmes and lead wet well and sewer‑cleaning initiatives.
• Ensure operational needs are embedded in project delivery and manage seamless handovers with operational teams.
• Lead improvement programmes, stakeholder management, and development of outage plans aligned with capital and operational requirements.

 
Base location: Abbey Mills - Stratford - E15 2RN
Working pattern or hours: 36 Hours per week (Monday – Friday), plus the addition of a standby rota for which you will receive additional payment.
 
What should you bring to the role?
To thrive in this role, the essential criteria you’ll need are:

• Extensive operational understanding with a proven track record of delivering outcomes and budgets, and working closely with capital delivery teams
• Understanding of the challenges faced by operational teams.
• Ability to identify and break down system processes, operational and technological difficulties to assist in the development of key winning strategies
• Well-developed Project Management skills will be required to achieve the objectives of this role.
• Experience with change management programmes
• A proven track record of delivering under pressure.
• Strong leadership qualities with evidence of previous delivery
• Strong interpersonal skills and extensive experience in supporting and driving a team of SME’s.
• Excellent Presentation Skills
• Full UK driving licence

 
Additional skills and experiences would be great to have/bring:

• Technical knowledge of wastewater operations
• NEBOSH qualification
• Degree in a relevant field

 
What’s in it for you?

• Offering a starting salary from £61,000 depending on skills and experience.
• Annual Leave: 26 days holiday per year, increasing to 30 with the length of service (plus bank holidays)
• Car Allowance is provided.
• Performance-related pay plan directly linked to company performance measures and targets
• Generous Pension Scheme through AON
• Private Medical Health Care
• Access to lots of benefits to help you take care of you and your family’s health and wellbeing, and your finances – from annual health MOTs and access to physiotherapy and counselling, to Cycle to Work schemes, shopping vouchers and life assurance.

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Who are we?
We’re the UK’s largest water and wastewater company, with more than 16 million customers relying on us every day to supply water for their taps and toilets. We want to build a better future for all, helping our customers, communities, people, and the planet to thrive. It’s a big job and we’ve got a long way to go, so we need help from passionate and skilled people, committed to making a difference and getting us to where we want to be in the years and decades to come.

Learn more about our purpose and values
Working at Thames Water
Thames Water is a unique, rewarding, and diverse place to work, where every day you can make a difference, yet no day is the same. As part of our family, you’ll enjoy meaningful career opportunities, flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

If you’re looking for a sustainable and successful career where you can make a daily difference to millions of people’s lives while helping to protect the world of water for future generations, we’ll be here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can build a better future for our customers, our region, and our planet.

Real purpose, real support, real opportunities. Come and join the Thames Water family. Why choose us? Learn more.

We’re committed to being a great, diverse, and inclusive place to work. We welcome applications from everyone and want to ensure you feel supported throughout the recruitment process. If you need any adjustments, whether that’s extra time, accessible formats, or anything else, just let us know. We’re here to help and support.

When a crisis happens, we all rally around to support our customers. As part of Team Thames, you’ll have the opportunity to sign up to support our customers on the frontline as an ambassador. Full training will be given for what is undoubtedly an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s also a great opportunity to learn more about our business and meet colleagues.

Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we may close the advert earlier than the advertised date, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.