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Description

As a Project Manager, you will be responsible for local operational teams who deliver the day to day aspects of mains laying and new suppliers to developers of all types and sizes. 
You will provide project management – ensuring that the work is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to our Client’s expectations. In addition to Health and Safety, customer service is critical to Thames Water. You will ensure that work is carried out in a manner which builds the confidence of developers and adopts a ‘right first time’ approach. Recognising developers have paid for mains laying and new supplies to their site / property, you will work proactively with Project Managers to build a baseline plan and overcome obstacles so that the dates given to developers are adhered to. 

Key Responsibilities

You will lead a team of Supervisors on the Thames Water Developer Services contract 

You will project manage developer services work by local teams, ensuring it is carried out in full compliance with health, safety, welfare and environmental regulations

You will proactively manage projects to influence improved D-MeX ratings from developers / customers; working with local teams to address any low performance ratings

You will be required to carry out site visits and regular audits at the Developers’ site to understand performance standards, monitor adherence with technical standards and resolve complaints and issues in a timely manner

You will ensure compliance with technical standards and specifications as well as the Network Plus standards of service and quality systems

You will ensure that the health and safety competence of any sub-contractors deployed on your projects are assessed prior to commencing work

You will assess operational risks and ensure that the correct site-specific method statements and risk assessments are completed

You will ensure all materials and plant use are accurately recorded

You will lead team briefings with all teams on a monthly basis and ensure two-way feedback

Experience and Qualifications

Health & Safety qualification, an advantage 

Relevant qualifications and authorisations

Experience of working in Utilities 

Supervisor Street works qualification

Main laying and New Supplies knowledge and experience

Deep Excavation knowledge and experience

Good verbal communication skills

Good management skills

Financial and commercial awareness

Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word

Full UK Driving Licence

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package.

Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

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About Network Plus

Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK’s major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater.

We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer.

We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances