Project Manager

Project overview

Your new company

You will be working for a known company based in Coventry. The role requirement is to be on-site 1 day a week. The rate is £626 per day inside scope of IR35. The duration is a 6-month contract with a possible extension. The relevant candidate must have a water/utilities background and experience with computer vision models; machine learning analytics; IoT and real-time telemetry enhancements; and AI-based decision support systems. Please refrain from calling into the office and instead either apply for the role or send me your CV directly if you meet the above requirements.

Your new role

Detailed Job Description:

The Project Manager will oversee day-to-day project delivery and ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality execution while managing the six core dimensions of project management:

Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication capabilities are essential to fulfil this role.

• Scope
• Schedule
• Finance
• Risk
• Quality
• Resources

Responsibilities

Delivery Under the Asset Intelligence Portfolio

Projects within the Asset Intelligence Portfolio typically involve advanced analytics, digital tools, telemetry, AI-driven insights, and broader initiatives that increase visibility, performance, and optimisation of clean and wastewater asset networks.

The Project Manager will:

PLANNING AND DELIVERY

PERFORMANCE AND DATA GOVERNANCE

TECHNICAL AND INNOVATION INTEGRATION

PROJECT CO – ORDINATION AND DELIVERY

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

INNOVATION SUPPORT

COMPLIANCE AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

REQUIRED CAPABILITIES

The Project Manager will demonstrate:

DELIVERABLES

The Project Manager will provide:

Specific Qualifications / Experience required: GCM05-GCM06

What you'll need to succeed

You will need to have a Water/Utilities background along with experience with computer vision models; machine learning analytics; IoT and real-time telemetry enhancements; and AI-based decision support systems

What you'll get in return

Flexible working options available.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. #4837261 - Nisha Pandoria

• Deliver initiatives such as digital twins, asset monitoring solutions, network optimisation tools, and predictive analytics pilots
• Coordinate cross-functional delivery teams including data engineers, operational SMEs, suppliers, and innovation specialists
• Maintain Agile delivery cadences to accelerate development cycles and iterative release of functionality
• Implement processes ensuring all data-driven solutions comply with data governance, cybersecurity, and operational integrity standards
• Track performance metrics for digital assets (e.g., model accuracy, data latency, uptime performance)
• Support the adoption and scale-up of Asset Intelligence tools into BAU operations
• Facilitate testing and validation of new technologies such as: computer vision models; machine learning analytics; IoT and real-time telemetry enhancements; AI-based decision support systems
• Document capability gaps and manage delivery risks tied to data quality, model robustness, and system integration.
• Plan, execute, and deliver water infrastructure and digital innovation projects
• Manage timelines, budgets, and resource plans using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban)
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives
• Maintain accurate project documentation, RAID logs, and delivery boards (e.g., Azure DevOps, Jira, Trello)
• Act as the primary contact between internal departments (engineering, operations, design, innovation) and external parties (contractors, regulators, customers)
• Ensure timely and transparent communication, producing meeting packs, delivery updates, and formal reports
• Manage expectations and resolve conflicts across diverse stakeholder groups
• Work closely with innovation teams to test and pilot emerging technologies such as AI, digital twins, and automation tools
• Evaluate feasibility, gather stakeholder feedback, track KPIs, and produce technical assessments
• Coordinate transition from pilot to scaled operational deployment where applicable
• Ensure all project risks, issues, and dependencies are logged, monitored, and escalated appropriately
• Drive adherence to regulatory standards, safety procedures, and quality assurance processes
• Lead audits, readiness reviews, and quality checkpoints to maintain project compliance
• Agile Methodology Expertise – Scrum, Kanban, iterative delivery, backlog refinement
• Sprint Facilitation – Effective delivery of Agile ceremonies and cadence management
• Backlog Management – Organising, prioritising, and refining product and sprint backlogs
• Estimation & Planning – Supporting story estimation and realistic sprint planning using Agile metrics
• Infrastructure Knowledge – Strong understanding of clean water and wastewater systems
• Innovation & Emerging Tech Awareness – Including AI, digital twins, computer vision, and sensing technologies
• Risk & Compliance Management – Identifying project risks, implementing mitigation strategies
• Stakeholder Engagement – Clear communication with engineers, regulators, customers, suppliers
• Cross-functional Team Leadership – Driving collaboration across innovation, design, operations, and IT
• Detailed project plans, schedules, RAID logs, and status reports
• Sprint artefacts (boards, burndowns, reviews, retrospectives)
• Governance and assurance documentation
• Technology evaluation and pilot reports

Project details

• Start: flexible
• Location: Coventry, GB
• Rate: 78-78 EUR/h