Powered by Water, Driven by Purpose
SES Water has a rich history of serving communities in the South East of England. Water plays an important role in our lives, which is why we’re committed to supplying our customers with access to 160 million litres of safe, reliable, clean water every day.
We’re proud to be part of Pennon Group, a leader in the UK water sector, working towards a greener future. Our goals? As well as lowering our carbon footprint, we’re working with partners to plant 300,000 trees, restore peatlands and supporting farmers and landowners to improve water quality and wildlife.
Whether you’re starting out or seeking a new challenge, our scale and ambition create opportunities for you to shape your own career.
Ready to make a splash? Join our team today.
As Project Manager – MEICA, you will be responsible for the successful delivery of multi-disciplinary engineering design and construction schemes, ensuring projects meet business, operational and regulatory requirements.
You will manage projects from initial feasibility through to commissioning and handover, taking responsibility for scope, cost, programme, risk and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.
Deliver non-infrastructure MEICA capital projects associated with water abstraction, treatment, supply and distribution.
Manage projects from feasibility, design and procurement through construction, commissioning and operational handover.
Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Develop, monitor and control project budgets and expenditure.
Prepare and manage specifications, tender documentation and contract documentation.
Lead contractor engagement activities, including tender evaluations and contract negotiations.
Monitor project performance, progress, risks, dependencies and outcomes, providing clear reporting and recommendations.
Carry out technical reviews of third-party MEICA designs and engineering submissions.
Oversee construction, installation and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with project requirements.
Support the development of feasibility studies and business cases for future investment and improvement opportunities.
Contribute to Periodic Review (Business Plan) activities and other strategic business initiatives.
Mentor colleagues and support the development of engineering and project management capability within the organisation.
Participate in the review and development of company engineering standards and best practice.
Provide technical and operational support during business incidents or emergency situations when required.
PMP or CAPM certification.
Understanding of NEC contract principles.
ILM Level 3, DMS or equivalent management qualification.
IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
Chartered Engineer status with an appropriate professional institution.
Strong understanding of MEICA design principles.
Experience of contract preparation and administration.
Experience managing third-party contractors, consultants and service providers.
Demonstrable project management experience within engineering or capital delivery environments.
Water treatment and water industry knowledge.
Multi-disciplinary MEICA project experience.
Knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations.
Procurement and tender management experience.
Experience of MEICA commissioning activities.
Primarily office-based with regular travel to operational sites and project locations.
Regular attendance to treatment works and site offices as required.
Full UK driving licence required.
Closing Date: 17th July 2026
We may close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Please note that the successful candidate will be subject to a mandatory DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.
Our core values, which are essential to our success, are:
Be Rock Solid - Build trust and be trusted. Be the one we all look to and can depend on.
Be You - We want you to bring your best everyday. Be yourself and make your mark in your individual way.
Be the Future - Embrace change. Drive Progress. Own the challenge.
