Project Manager

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Company Description

Ayesa is a globally-oriented, forward-thinking company deeply committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, equity, and sustainability. These principles form the bedrock of our dedication to our 11,300 employees and serve as the driving forces behind our spirit of innovation.

With a presence in 23 countries worldwide, Ayesa has earned a prominent international reputation in various engineering fields, including infrastructure, water conveyance and treatment systems, transportation, marine projects, waste management, aeronautics, and defense. Additionally, Ayesa is a well-established technology consultancy, specializing in facilitating the digital transformation of large corporations, particularly in the utilities sector, and providing technological solutions for public institutions.

As a technology and engineering firm, we complement our technological proficiency with the capacity to design physical infrastructures. This includes crafting distinctive buildings that imbue cities with character, designing iconic bridges that seamlessly blend into their surroundings, creating transportation systems such as high-speed roads, intelligent roadways, stations, and airports that serve as the backbone of regions, and engineering remotely controlled networks for energy and water distribution, driving urban and demographic development.

Position

We are seeking a highly skilled Water and Wastewater Project Manager to provide expert project management support for both ongoing and future ventures in the UK and Middle East water services sector.

Key Accountabilities:

• Oversee and monitor project delivery concerning schedule, cost, variations, contracts, and risks.
• Develop and execute the Project Execution Plan aligned with Contracting Entity's standards.
• Lead project coordination ensuring seamless interfaces throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate and manage design delivery in collaboration with technical teams.
• Conduct stakeholder consultations.
• Provide monthly reports on project tasks and design progress.
• Maintain the project risk register and update it regularly.
• Identify opportunities for improving project management procedures and refer ideas to appropriate management.
• Develop cost estimates and manage contracts.
• Liaise with all engineering disciplines including civil, process, M&E, and structural.
• Effectively communicate with clients and senior staff.
• Manage a challenging workload while being a team player with good interpersonal skills.
• Adhere to all Codes of Practice, Design Standards, and Health & Safety Regulations.
• Manage projects in compliance with Ayesa's Integrated Management System (IMS).

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, with a preference for a master's degree.
• Minimum of 7 years' experience in project management within water and wastewater infrastructure design projects.
• Chartered status or actively pursuing Chartered status.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies.
• Strong technical acumen in water engineering.
• Extensive experience in contract administration and delivery.
• Ability to establish and implement ongoing procedures for information collection and review.
• Proven track record of delivering construction and asset delivery projects within set timelines and budgets.
• Skilled in engaging with stakeholders across all organizational levels to improve processes and project delivery.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Capable of governing and driving outcomes to ensure project outputs meet required standards.
• Expertise in designing various aspects of civil engineering water and wastewater infrastructure.
• Ability to comprehend complex problems and devise innovative solutions.
• Strong work ethic, capable of independent problem-solving.
• Effective communicator with clients, colleagues, and external agencies, focused on exceeding client expectations.
• Committed to Continuous Professional Development and staying abreast of industry developments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including flexible working arrangements.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing and innovative organization.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development.

Other information

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.