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Project Manager

Job details
Posting date: 20 January 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 03 February 2026
Location: BN1 9PY
Company: Kier Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: 9762

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Summary

Project Manager

We're looking for a Project Manager to join our Southern Water team based from Falmer, East Sussex.



Location: Falmer, East Sussex

Hours: 40 hours per week



We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.



What will you be responsible for?

Kier has been appointed by Southern Water services to their £3.1bn strategic development partnership framework for the current asset management period (AMP8). We are looking for a Project Manager to support this goal, where you'll be responsible for managing resources to fulfill the projects safely, on time and to the required quality.

Your day to day will include:

-Oversee construction, ensuring adherence to safety procedures and environmental regulations.

-Work collaboratively with all teams, including the Kier wider teams, clients, designers, stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the project meets all objectives.

-Provide leadership and direction for the team. Identify and develop talent. Create a positive and productive work environment that promotes Kier culture.

-Manage procurement process for all equipment, materials, and services, ensuring that budget and programme are met.

-Implement Kier policies, procedures and standards, including health and safety to ensure the project is completed safely, on time, within budget forecast, and to required quality and environmental standards.



What are we looking for?

This role of Project Manager is great for you if:

-Full Driving licence

-Degree or equivalent qualification in construction management, engineering, or a related field.

-Experience in working on a variety of projects in the water sector.

-Understanding in Health & Safety regulations



We're all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferrable skills are always welcome! So, even if you don't tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat.



If you would like to explore more about the incredible growth and scale of our water business, dive into our diverse project portfolios, and uncover both current and future career opportunities. You can see more information about our water business here.

There's never been a better time to get involved, register your interest today and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us!



Rewards and benefitsWe're proud to be able to offer our brilliant people a wide variety of benefits that you can tailor to your needs. You can see more information of benefits here.



Diversity and inclusionMaking Kier a diverse and inclusive place to work is a huge priority for us. We're proud of the steps we've taken so far, but we know we must always do more. Our employees are key in shaping Kier's diversity and inclusion initiatives and our people have made a huge impact on how we work, by using their experiences to shape our policies. You can see our D&I action plan here.

As a Disability Confident employer, we will ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants that meet the minimum criteria for this role will be offered an interview.



We look forward to seeing your application to #joinkier #LI-JB4

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