Project Manager

We are currently seeking to recruit for Project Manager to join us here at Aqua Consultants. This would be a full-time, permanent position. What we do:Aqua Consultants are a multi-disciplinary consultancy providing a wide range of Asset Management, Engineering and Commercial services to our clients across the water, energy and environment sectors, across the UK. Who we are:Aqua is established on a solid foundation of diversity – diversity of skills, cultures, personalities, perspectives and experiences. It is this diversity that unifies our team and enables us to offer holistic and innovative solutions to our clients most pressing needs. The ‘Aqua’ culture is a set of values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviours that creates a family-like environment within our workplace, something we call the ‘Aqua Family.’ We are an ambitious team who live our values of Growth, Accountability, Integrity Innovation, Empathy and Fun. Our Vision – Growth through SHARED CAPABILITYOur Mission – Growing sustainable value for future generations Aqua is also part of the Adler and Allan Group, allowing us to utilise and share capability amongst over 1000 employees within the UK. What we would like to offer you:Competitive salary + discretionary bonus24 days annual leave + Bank holidays + option to purchase additional leavePension scheme (6% employer, 4% employee)Company mobile phone and laptop providedTraining and career progression opportunitiesProfessional Membership fees paidLife Assurance Scheme 4 x annual salaryElectric Car SchemeEmployee Assistance Programme (with access to GP appointments, Physio appointments and Mental Health Support)Medicash cash plan (Money back on everyday healthcare costs such as dental, glasses, contact lenses)Refer a friend scheme ROLE DESCRIPTION This is a consultant role where you will be operating as the named Project Manager, ensuring delivery of assigned projects to agreed time, quality and cost parameters from inception to close out including invoicing process. It will involve actively managing key client projects, coordinating technical resource and developing scope requirements for assigned projects. The role also requires you to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to produce the optimum outcomes and corrective actions. Location: The ideal candidate will be located within a commutable distance to client offices and sites located in the Midlands and/or South of England with the expectation of 2/3 days a week on site/in offices. There will also be the opportunity to work from your local Aqua Consultants’ offices if needed. Sector: Predominantly working within the Water industry but may cover wider utilities and infrastructure. Skills and experience:Water Industry or wider utilities experience preferred APMP/ AMP PMQ (Project Management Qualification)/ PRINCE 2 or equivalent preferred NEC3/4 accreditation (Desirable) NEC3/4 working knowledge (Essential) Microsoft project/ Gantt chart experience (Desirable) Project management skills including organisational and diligent skills. Effective communication, report writing and interpersonal skills. Computer literate with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and other specialist computer packages (SAP, CRM’s, etc).   CORE RESPONSIBILITIES  *Please note this is not an exhaustive list but gives a flavour of the work to be undertaken*  This is a consultant role and it is likely the post holder will be seconded into one of Aqua’s clients on a part time or full time basis on an occasional or permanent basis.   Key responsibilities include;  Preparing Contract documentation from Approved templates Drafting of project scope, site information and contract data documentation using client standardised templates (both NEC3 and 4) in collaboration with contract partners and client project managers. Responsible for NEC contract administration on behalf of Aqua Consultants or the end client as the named NEC Project Manager. Using and maintaining an online contract management system for contract communications including early warnings, compensation events, programme notifications. Vetting and processing monthly partner payment applications via the Client portal in line with the contractual requirements. Driving weekly Progress meetings with Contract Partners and Client stakeholders Driving regular Risk, issue & benefit review sessions to manage client risk for the contracts under your control. Conducting cost/programme analysis to validate partner submissions against the framework requirements. Conducting a monthly review and validation of the Partner forecast prior to submitting to client for the monthly project accounting update  Producing time and cost forecasts for each of your commissions for submission to client. Upkeep of all contract administration documentation on both Aqua and Client SharePoint platforms. Working collaboratively with all stakeholders to produce the optimum outcomes for the Client across multiple concurrent projects Increase Aqua’s exposure with key clients and generate business development leads to support the service leads.   Why Aqua Consultants?We are a fast growing organisation with highly experienced staff at the heart of everything we do. We offer more than just a day job – Aqua offers very competitive salaries and a great working environment. You’ll be able to input into the development and growth of our business whilst we help you progress in your career. If you feel you have the skills, personality, and experience, please apply today!