Project ManagerLocation: Durham (Hybrid)Salary: £50,000 - £68,000 Are you an experienced Project Manager ready to lead utilities programmes with greater ownership and regional influence? This Project Manager opportunity in Durham offers hybrid working, client exposure and progression within a growing infrastructure consultancy. A fast-growing consultancy is seeking a Project Manager to join its Customer Programmes team, delivering projects across the water and wider utilities sector. This Project Manager role will see you take full responsibility for projects from contract award through to completion, ensuring delivery against scope, time, cost and quality targets. As a Project Manager, you will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, manage commercial performance and maintain strong stakeholder relationships. The position offers autonomy, accountability and the chance to mentor junior colleagues while strengthening your profile as a capable Project Manager within a collaborative environment. Key responsibilities Lead successful delivery of assigned water and utilities projects Manage risks, issues and mitigation strategies Oversee contract compliance and financial control Plan and allocate project resources effectively Produce regular client and internal performance reports Support client relationship development and future opportunities Candidate requirements Proven experience as a Project Manager within water or utilities Strong stakeholder and client management skills APM qua