Temporary Works Manager

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Morrison Water Services is recruiting a Temporary Works Manager to work on our Yorkshire Water & United Utilities in Leeds.

As the Temporary Works Manager, your duties and responsibilities will be:

The Temporary Works Manager will oversee a project from initiation to completion, taking full responsibility for all aspects of temporary works planning. You will ensure that suitable temporary works solutions are evaluated and associated costs are captured at each stage of the project lifecycle. This includes assessing the price, methodology, and constructability of each option before selecting and presenting it to the Project Team.

Additionally, you will conduct Category 1 and Categories 2 and 3 checks on the temporary works for all contracts in the northern area specifically for Yorkshire Water & United Utilities , as well as their subcontractors' sites). You will also support the development of Category 0 Standard Solutions in collaboration with the Temporary Works and Design teams across the water division.

• Conduct regular reviews of Morrison Water Services TW procedures and processes to ensure compliance with legal requirements and adopt the latest industry best practices.
• Undertake delegated activities from the C-DI to ensure Workbook One (Appointments) and Workbook Two (Project Registers) provide a consistent approach across the north and water division
• Be an active team member of the water division Temporary Works Working Group and to drive best practices across the water division
• Prepare and source temporary work costs for the estimating team while they prepare total costs for projects ranging in value from £100k to £15m.
• Advising on the appropriate temporary works methodologies
• Preparing and checking a variety of temporary works designs, including crane platforms, temporary roads, cofferdam systems, falsework and formwork, ground shoring using proprietary equipment, timber and structural steel, timber headings, well-pointing, thrust blocks, scaffolding, hoarding, silt fences, gabion basket walls, river crossings, etc.

• Assisting with associated TW permits and third-party requirements
• Providing technical support and advice to the Design and Delivery teams
• Undertake Temporary Works audits in line with MGW quality procedures and BS5975:2024 requirements.

Skills and Knowledge Requirements:

• Holds regular status meetings with project teams and clients
• Delivers engaging, informative, well-organised presentations.
• Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion
• Active member of the Design and Operation teams in driving the project forward whilst embracing innovation and alternate working methods.
• Visible Health & Safety leadership
• Challenges others to develop as leaders while serving as a role model.
• Embrace innovation and new ways of working
• Develop lasting relationships with client personnel that foster client ties and support the long-term northern business plan
• Communicates effectively with clients to identify needs and evaluate alternative technical solutions
• Supports building a knowledge base of MGW and client's business systems and objectives
• Make effective use of available training opportunities
• Seeks and participates in personal development opportunities with the professional development of an accredited body.

In return for your skills and expertise, we are offering a competitive benefits package, including the following!

• Matched Pension Scheme

• Company Car or Car allowance

• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

• Fuel Card

• Private Health Care and Health care Cash plan

• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity policy

• 25 days' annual leave plus 8 days' bank holiday

• Hybrid Working

We passionately care about our peoples' wellbeing, we have specific benefits geared towards supporting you inside and outside of the workplace, you'll have;

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Life Assurance
• Opportunities to progress in a successful multifaceted company
• Access to My Rewards which provides fantastic reductions on 1000's of purchases including Mobile Phone, Utility bill & top retail brand discounts .

Our Vision

At Morrison Water Services, we're proud of our positive culture and commitment to safety. We believe in delivering a high performing, sustainable workforce that supports our clients effectively. People stay with our business because of the opportunities for growth and development, our inclusive culture, and our dedication to providing a safe and supportive work environment.

This is an opportunity for individuals who are looking to join an organisation that values integrity, safety, and diversity. For this role, we are seeking individuals who are committed to supporting our long-term goals and who embrace change and promote diversity. We believe that listening to our people, providing feedback, and keeping them informed about the direction of the business is essential to our continued success.

The Next Step...

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About The Company

M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.

At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.