Lead one of the UK's most significant infrastructure investment programmes

At United Utilities, we're delivering some of the most ambitious infrastructure programmes in the North West, helping to secure clean, safe water, protect the environment, and build resilient services for millions of customers.

We're looking for an exceptional programme leader to join us as a Regional Delivery Manager, taking ownership of a major portfolio of capital investment projects worth between £100m and £200m. This is an opportunity to lead at scale, influence strategic decision-making, and leave a legacy across the region.

If you're passionate about delivering complex infrastructure programmes, developing high-performing teams, and driving meaningful outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Why this role stands out:

You'll lead a substantial portfolio of projects that directly support environmental improvement, network resilience, regulatory performance, and customer service outcomes across the North West. You'll have the autonomy to shape delivery strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and lead talented teams through some of the most important investment programmes in our business.

In return, you'll join an organisation that combines the pace and complexity of major infrastructure delivery with a genuine commitment to people, wellbeing and inclusion. United Utilities is proud to be ranked amongst the UK's leading inclusive employers.

What you'll be doing:

As Regional Delivery Manager, you'll be accountable for the successful delivery of a major capital investment programme, leading teams, suppliers and stakeholders to achieve exceptional outcomes safely, efficiently and sustainably. You’ll:

• Lead a portfolio of 50-100 projects with an annual investment value of £100m-£200m.
• Create and champion a strong safety culture across your teams, partners and supply chain.
• Inspire, develop and lead a team of 20-40 programme delivery professionals.
• Set the strategic direction and delivery vision for your programme portfolio.
• Ensure projects are delivered to agreed time, cost and quality targets.
• Build trusted relationships with senior leaders, regulators, partners and key stakeholders.
• Drive robust governance, risk management and performance reporting.
• Champion continuous improvement and embed lessons learned across programmes.

About you

We're looking for a proven programme leader who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and has the credibility to influence at senior levels.

You'll ideally bring:

• Significant experience leading large-scale, high-value infrastructure or capital delivery programmes.
• A track record of successfully managing complex, multi-disciplinary construction or engineering projects.
• Professional qualification and membership with the Association for Project Management (APM).
• A degree in Engineering, Project Management or a related discipline.
• Strong leadership skills, commercial awareness and the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders.

What you'll get in return:

We know that attracting exceptional people means offering more than just a salary, our package includes:

• 26 days annual leave, rising to 30 with service, plus bank holidays.
• Industry-leading pension contribution of up to 14% from us (21% combined contribution).
• £5,000 car cash allowance.
• Annual performance bonus opportunity of up to 20%.
• Private healthcare.
• Gym discounts and wellbeing benefits.
• Flexible hybrid working options.

Why join United Utilities?

Every day, our work makes a difference to millions of people across the North West. We're investing in our assets, protecting the environment, supporting our communities and creating a sustainable future.

Join us and you'll help shape infrastructure that will serve generations to come while developing your own career in one of the UK's largest and most complex regulated businesses.

Ready to lead programmes that matter? Apply today.