Statutory Utilities Manager
JOB_53577414745944Job type
PermanentLocation
IrelandWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Construction - Civils ProjectsIndustry
Energy, Utilities & MiningPay
£Negotiable
Utilities, civil engineering, infrastructure, Ireland, statutory utilities, project manager
Your new company
Hays Belfast are working closely with one of Northern Ireland's leading Civil Engineering companies as they seek to bolster their operational team with the addition of a Statutory Utilities Manager.
Joining this Tier 1 Contractor, who is renowned for delivering transformative infrastructure projects across the UK & Ireland, will open a host of opportunities including career progression, excellent renumeration package, and the chance to work on some of the largest projects in the region.
Your new employer comes with a reputation for excellence and is committed to shaping the future of Civil Engineering through innovative and high-impact highways schemes. Be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, quality, and professional growth, working on landmark projects that redefine regional connectivity.
Your new role
This role will see you lead the coordination and delivery of all statutory utility works on a major civil engineering project valued in excess of £100+ million. The role will include managing multi-utility diversions and connections, ensuring compliance with authority specifications, and integrating utility works into the overall programme. You will play a key role in stakeholder engagement, risk management, and maintaining progress against planned work. This role will cover pre-works, delivery of works and post-project work. You will cover each function throughout the duration.
- Lead delivery of multi-utility diversions and connections (HV/LV, Gas, Water, Fibre) for ITS, Irish Water, DCC Water, GNI, ESB, EIR, Virgin Media, BT Ireland, DDF, Aurora Telecom.
- Ensure compliance with utility authorities’ specifications and standards.
- Service identification through records, site surveys, and ground investigations.
- Manage statutory undertakers’ design coordination and delivery of alterations with full compliance on safety, quality, and programme.
- Report progress, cost variations, and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
- Engage with statutory authorities, local authorities, and other relevant stakeholders.
- Plan and coordinate alterations with programme requirements and traffic management needs.
- Manage temporary and permanent relocation of traffic signals and ITS equipment.
What you'll need to succeed
This role will require proven experience managing statutory utilities on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects. You should have a strong understanding of multi-utility processes, legislation, and technical requirements as well as excellent organisational and stakeholder management skills.
You will also be required to have the ability to interpret technical drawings and utilise BIM for clash detection and be proficient in MS Office and project planning tools. A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel overnights will be required if you cannot commute freely within Ireland (all provided).
What you'll get in return
This role will offer a competitive salary & packages reflecting your experience and expertise. Car Allowance will be discussed, and any accommodation required, or travel will be covered. Full T&Cs are to be determined. However, it will typically be inclusive of annual leave holidays plus public holidays, an Employer Pension scheme, Life Assurance, costs for the renewal of 1 chartered qualification and a huge focus on wellbeing throughout the business. This is a long-term framework project that will secure your future within the business and offer continued growth and development opportunities.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Chris McNamara now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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