Phoenix Consulting has significantly expanded its commercial assurance and contract management services across Thames Water’s AMP8 programme — one of the largest regulated investment periods in UK water infrastructure history.
Supporting a Step Change in Investment
The AMP8 period (2025–2030) represents a transformative chapter for the UK water sector, with billions earmarked for critical infrastructure upgrades. Phoenix is now embedded across multiple Thames Water programmes, providing commercial management expertise on projects ranging from the £500m Security and Emergency Measures (SEMD) programme to wastewater treatment upgrades and metering initiatives.
Delivering Measurable Value
Our teams have already delivered significant commercial outcomes across these programmes:
- £1.58m Target Cost reduction on the East Hyde STW wastewater upgrade through rigorous tender analysis
- £3.5m+ savings identified through commercial assurance on the Metering and Demand Reduction programme
- ~£100m in estimated pricing reductions on the Coppermills water treatment infrastructure programme
- 70% reduction in reporting volatility across the £560m AMP8 Non-Infrastructure portfolio
A Trusted Partner
These results reflect Phoenix’s core approach: embedding experienced commercial professionals who take ownership of outcomes, challenge the status quo, and protect our clients’ interests. Our team brings deep sector knowledge in NEC and IChemE contract forms, combined with the commercial rigour needed to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder programmes.
The scale of AMP8 demands a different approach to commercial management. Our teams are not just reporting on numbers — they are actively shaping commercial strategy, driving cost certainty, and ensuring value for money across every programme we support.
Looking Ahead
As the AMP8 investment cycle progresses, Phoenix Consulting continues to grow its presence across the water and environment sector. With a track record spanning AMP7 through AMP8, we are well positioned to support our clients through the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
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