Project Manager (CDC)

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

Within our Capital Delivery department, we are looking for a Project Manager to join our Bioresources team.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Based out of our Finham (Coventry) office, as our Project Manager you’ll be taking the lead on delivering your own projects within the varied Bioresources programme of work. You’ll drive these projects forward by delivering on key project KPIs, undertaking financial management and managing risk within Severn Trent’s Capital and Commercial Services business area.

As well as this, you’ll liaise with the project stakeholders/sponsors, and be able to influence at both mid and senior leadership levels.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

Ideally degree qualified or working towards, or with relevant industry experience in Project and Programme Delivery, you will be a forward thinking and innovative Project Manager capable of managing multiple capital engineering and construction works. You will preferably have experience in the construction industry and with managing NEC projects, with a proven track record of cost planning and management and budgetary responsibility.

You will be a dynamic and collaborative leader with excellent communication and influencing skills. You will have a strong ability to build successful working relationships with internal and external stakeholders from a diverse range of backgrounds, and hold a relentless drive for continuous improvement, with the ability to innovate and anticipate unexpected issues and challenges as they arise.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals, knowing they help us better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too.

Here are some of our favourites:

28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Family friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
Two volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.