Lead Project Manager

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Company description:
Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.
Job description:
Project Manager

Hello! Thanks for stopping by. Let us tell you about all the great reasons to join us here at Yorkshire Water:
We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (£50,796 - £65,123)
Annual incentive related bonus (up to £1000 bonus opportunity for the performance year)
Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution)
Development opportunities in line with the Project Manager progression plan
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus an extra wellness day!
Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary
A great benefits package choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover.
Retail savings scheme
Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location: West Yorkshire / Hybrid Working (1-2 days in the office a week Bradford Relocating to Leeds Summer 2026)

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday Friday.

As a Project Manager, youll be at the heart of delivering one of Yorkshire Waters most complex and high-profile infrastructure projects within a £2.5Bn programme that will transform water resilience across Yorkshire. This isnt just project management its about shaping the future of water services and sustainability for generations to come.
You'll be at the heart of regulatory delivery, stakeholder engagement, and project leadership. Could this be you?

What we do:

Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year, can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, its so much more than this.
We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshires water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region, and play a key role in the regions health, wellbeing, and prosperity.

Were not just a water company. Were a force for good in Yorkshire protecting the environment, supporting communities, and delivering essential services to over 5.4 million people. Now, were investing in the future through Major Projects delivered via Direct Procurement for Customers (DPC), and we need visionary Project Managers to help shape it.

Where you fit in:

As our Project Manager you will:
Lead a £25m development budget over the next 5 years
Drive projects from feasibility through to delivery
Engage with regulators (Ofwat, RAPID) to secure key approvals
Manage multi-disciplinary teams and strategic partners
Represent Yorkshire Water in joint Strategic Resource Option projects with other water companies
Champion innovation and continuous improvement across the DPC programme

Why now?

New environmental legislation, unprecedented investment, and evolving customer expectations make this a truly exciting time to join Yorkshire Water. Our Major Projects and DPC team is growing fast and this is your opportunity to be part of something transformative.

What skills & qualifications you will need:
Proven experience managing major capital projects with regulatory complexity
Knowledge of UK water sector or similar regulated industries
Professional certifications (APM, PRINCE2)
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Experience across the full project lifecycle
Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, its important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isnt always easy!

Do we sound like your cup of tea?

If youve got experience in Project Management and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance.All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required.

We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required. Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible.

No agencies please.

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Location:
Bradford
Salary:
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Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management

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