Regional Delivery Manager (Senior Programme Manager)

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The Role:

As a Regional Delivery Manager, you’ll lead the successful delivery of high-value, complex programmes that are critical to our mission: providing clean, safe water and protecting the environment for generations to come.

What you’ll be doing:

• Responsibility for a capital investment programme of £100m to £200m across 50 to 100 projects.
• Develop and promote a safety-first culture within your team and with leadership, stakeholders, and the supply chain.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing programme team of 20 to 40 delivery professionals.
• Manage budgets and resources to deliver the programme to time, cost, and quality (TCQ) targets.
• Define and drive the programme vision and goals.
• Align delivery with organisational strategy and stakeholder priorities.
• Establish robust governance and reporting frameworks.
• Lead risk, issue, and dependency management.
• Engage senior stakeholders with clear, confident communication.
• Ensure seamless transition of deliverables into business operations.
• Champion continuous improvement and post-implementation reviews.

What we’re looking for:

We’re seeking a confident, experienced leader who can bring clarity, structure, and energy to complex programmes. You’ll ideally have:

• Proven experience leading large-scale, high-value programmes.
• Professional qualification and membership of the Association for Project Management (APM).
• A strong track record of managing complex, multi-disciplinary construction infrastructure projects.
• A degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.

What we offer:

We believe in rewarding great work. Here’s what you can expect:

• Generous annual leave – 26 days rising to 30 with service, plus 8 bank holidays.
• Outstanding pension – up to 14% employer contribution (21% combined).
• £5,000 car cash allowance.
• Performance-related bonus – up to 20%, plus recognition awards.
• Private healthcare – comprehensive cover through our funded scheme.
• Wellbeing perks – including gym discounts and digital fitness subscriptions.

Flexible, hybrid working – because life happens outside of work too

Why United Utilities?

United Utilities’ (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We are proud to be ranked #4 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.

We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.