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Principal Advisory Consultant - Water


Company : Penguin Recruitment Ltd


Location : Warrington, North West


Created : 2026-03-05


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Job DescriptionConsidering applying for this job Do not delay, scroll down and make your application as soon as possible to avoid missing out.Principal Advisory ConsultantLocation: WarringtonSalary: 60,000 - 70,000Are you a Principal Advisory Consultant with strong regulated sector experience ready to lead strategic programmes across water and energy infrastructure? This Principal Advisory Consultant opportunity in Warrington offers senior-level influence, client ownership and progression within a growing advisory team.A specialist consultancy is strengthening its Advisory Services capability, supporting water, energy and wider utilities clients with strategic insight and delivery support. As a Principal Advisory Consultant, you will lead high-impact projects across strategy and performance, asset planning, sustainability, regulatory economics and data-driven transformation. The role combines office working, home working and client travel as required.The Principal Advisory Consultant will take ownership of complex advisory commissions, guiding clients through regulatory business planning, asset management maturity and long-term adaptive strategies. You will act as a senior client interface, mentor colleagues and contribute to business development and framework growth.Key responsibilities Lead delivery of strategic advisory programmes Develop regulatory business plans and asset management strategies Provide governance and assurance oversight Analyse complex data sets to inform executive decision-making Facilitate senior stakeholder workshops Support bids and contribute to advisory growth initiativesCandidate requirements 8+ years' experience within regulated infrastructure sectors Strong understanding of asset management and regulatory frameworks Proven track record leading multi-project portfolios Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Degree in a related discipline and relevant professional developmentWhy applyThis organisation offers senior-level responsibility, structured progression and exposure to major infrastructure transformation programmes. The salary for this Principal Advisory Consultant role is 60,000 - 70,000, alongside bonus, pension and professional membership support within an ambitious and forward-thinking consultancy.Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency for this position. xjdpvnf For more information, contact Andy Hopkins, our Civil Engineering specialist with over 30 years' recruitment experience.