We’re making a difference: Together, we can ensure that there is enough water for everyone, now and in the future.
The Assistant Project Manager (Pipelines) will play a key role in the successful delivery of the Havant Thicket Reservoir (HTR) pipeline programme. Working closely with the Pipeline Project Manager, you will help coordinate, monitor, and manage activities across two major pipeline contracts that form the backbone of the reservoir’s integration into the wider water network. This will include involvement in mechanical and electrical elements across the programme. This is a hands‑on, fast‑paced role suited to someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys problem‑solving, and is motivated by contributing to a nationally significant environmental project.
What will you be doing?
Key Responsibilities
- Regular monitoring of the NEC contract management portal, CEMAR, and report weekly status to the Project Manager.
- Coordinate with the technical adviser to deliver client’s feedback to the contractor on time to meet contractual requirements.
- Production of meeting minutes, action tracker and monitor the outstanding actions
- Chair regular technical meetings with the Contractor for the pipeline contracts
- Support the Project Manager to fulfil duties as required under the NEC contract
- Communicating with stakeholders regarding project objectives, contributing to planning and development, supporting coordination and management
- Project management of ad hoc projects to be managed from concept to completion
- Working with our professional advisers to ensure that works proceed in accordance with planning permission, licences and compliance with all relevant regulations
- Scrutinise contractor information, including early warning notices and compensation events
What do you need?
Skills, Qualifications & Competencies
- Experience of major infrastructure projects, including involvement in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works.
- Strong communication and effective stakeholder engagement skills
- A clear, systematic approach to solving complex issues and able to communicate solutions in an effective, efficient, high level manner
- Ability to work to deadlines with a focus on results and quality
- Excellent analytical skills with the ability to review and write decision support papers and progress reports
- Enthusiastic and able to inspire others
- Excel/Powerpoint/Word/Teams
- Proven project management capability
- 4 or more years of experience of major infrastructure projects, including involvement in mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, control and automation works.
If you are successful for the role, you will be required to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) pre-employment checks that will include a basic disclosure check. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the national security vetting process for either a CTC or SC clearance check. Any offer of employment is conditional upon completion and receipt of satisfactory checks.
We recognise people want to work in a variety of different ways and that’s why we’re happy to consider flexible working arrangements. Please feel free to talk to us at interview about the flexibility you may be looking for.
Please note, we may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications — so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out.
We’re committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we actively encourage applications from all sections of society.
Please be aware, the Company has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
Due to the high volume of applications we may receive we’re unable to respond to every applicant individually. If your application is of interest, we’ll usually be in touch within 4 weeks of receiving it.
What can Portsmouth Water offer you?
At Portsmouth Water, we believe in rewarding our people. Here’s just a taste of what’s waiting for you when you join the team:
Holidays Made Better
Enjoy 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, giving you plenty of time to relax, recharge, and explore.
A Pension That Works for You
We’ll help secure your future with a generous pension scheme, contributing up to 15% – because your tomorrow matters as much as your today.
Performance Pays Off
You could earn a non-contractual bonus of up to 6% of your basic salary, linked to company performance – because when we succeed together, you should benefit too.
Family Comes First
Whether you’re welcoming a new arrival through birth or adoption, we’ve got your back with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave and pay.
Social Events
All expenses covered summer and winter social events
Peace of Mind, Always
Our life assurance scheme gives your loved ones extra security, with a 4x salary lump sum benefit in case the unexpected happens.
Comprehensive Wellbeing Support
Whether you need confidential mental health and wellbeing advice 24/7 through our Employee Assistance Programme, or physical health support via our Virtual GP service (available 8am–10pm, 7 days a week for you and your immediate family), help is always close at hand with the HealthHero app.
Additional Support When You Need It
We know life has its ups and downs. That’s why we offer Private Medical Insurance – provided by Bupa giving you access to expert healthcare and 24/7 confidential support.
PW Perks – Treat Yourself!
Enjoy exclusive discounts at thousands of retailers, plus exciting benefits like:
- Electric Vehicle Scheme (after 1 year)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Health Cash Plan…and so much more!
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