Delivery Manager - Water

ExcelCS part of the Ipsum Group is a specialist water industry contractor delivering high-quality commissioning, testing, compliance and Pipelaying services across the UK. We work closely with major water authorities and framework partners, including Welsh Water, Severn Trent, United Utilities and most major contractors, supporting the delivery of safe, reliable, and fully compliant water infrastructure.

The Project Manager is accountable for the safe and effective day-to-day execution of operational delivery across water utility projects. The role ensures that operational teams are fully enabled, coordinated and resourced to deliver against programme, quality, cost and compliance requirements.

The role translates project plans into executable daily activities, leading delivery performance through Commissioning Engineers and proactively resolving operational challenges. A key element of the role is the identification and escalation of risks and constraints that may impact programme, cost, safety or customer outcomes, ensuring all Managers are fully informed to support timely decision making and client engagement.

As a Project Manager you will…

Day-to-day site management across water and utilities schemes

Ensure works are delivered safely, on time, and to specification

Manage site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers (starting with 1-2 teams, progressing to 4-5)

Maintain compliance with H&S, RAMS, permits, and company procedures

Read and interpret drawings and specifications to produce accurate material take-offs

Measure completed works against the Schedule of Rates for valuations and reporting

Provide accurate progress information to support applications for payment

Liaise with clients, inspectors, and internal management

Monitor programme progress and report accurately

Maintain high standards of quality, housekeeping, and documentation

Industry experience in water is ideal; gas acceptable; power/telecoms considered

Commercial awareness (estimating, costs, understanding value)

Experience managing site teams and operatives

Recording tasks, progress, and site documentation

Leadership capability

Strong understanding of health & safety and permit systems

Full UK driving licence

Salary: Will come with Additional on Target earnings, Company Van and Fuel card, Working away allowance and Meal allowance.

Employment type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - 47.5 hours per week

What's in it for you…

We believe in looking after our people, and it shows. When you join ExcelCS part of Ipsum Group, you're not just taking a job - you're starting a career with real support behind it.

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Group Personal Pension Plan

Career development & progression with the opportunity to earn professional qualifications

24/7 access to a virtual GP and Mental health support & counselling services

Cycle to Work scheme

Discount club - supermarkets, phone bills, gyms & more !

Life assurance cover

Long service recognition

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Paid volunteering opportunities in your community