Project Solutions Manager

Our client, an integrated design and build provider working in the water sector, is currently seeking a Project Solutions Manager to join their team for the Anglian Water framework.

As the Senior Solutions Manager, you will take charge of an exciting portfolio of water recycling projects valued at approximately -600 million across the dynamic and rapidly evolving East Anglian region. This is an opportunity to drive innovative, value-led solutions on a catchment-based level, delivering on ambitious capital investment programmes while advancing critical business objectives focused on environmental stewardship and community impact.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage collaborative relationships with Anglian Water''s ADP and @one delivery teams.
• Lead a team of Project Solutions Managers in developing Solutions Stage Project Plans and solutions across the Place Based Thinking portfolio, ensuring @one Solutions Stage deliverables meet required standards.
• Facilitate root cause analysis, investigations, and data analysis to determine preferred solutions.
• Produce monthly performance reports for the Place Based Thinking portfolio.
• Ensure TOTEX, Benefits Realisation, safety, buildability, carbon, programme and Six Capitals are considered in solution selection.
• Identify ways to reduce carbon and enhance natural capital
• Provide clear and consistent leadership, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
• Continuously improve the solutions process and team efficiency.

Job Requirements:

• Proven leadership in managing teams, including effective performance management and motivation.
• Expertise in championing quality, standardisation, and developing procedures that drive continuous improvement.
• Strong experience in creating and implementing risk mitigation strategies and identifying opportunities across multiple projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a respectful attitude, fostering collaboration, positive stakeholder engagement, and upholding organisational integrity.
• Preferably degree-qualified with demonstrable experience in water-sector assets and delivering capital projects.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Health and Safety
• Proven ability to think creatively and innovatively to resolve challenges.

Benefits:

• Hybrid working
• Car/car allowance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (with an additional 5 days available to buy)
• Contribution pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health insurance
• Private medical insurance

If you are an experienced Project Solutions Manager looking to make a significant impact within the water sector, we would love to hear from you.