Temporary Utilities Manager
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Sizewell C. The power of good for Britain.
Location: Suffolk, typically on -site.
Employment Type: Permanent, full-time.
Employment basis: The role is expected to be a full- time position however we are open to discussing a more flexible or part- time approach where possible.
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000, plus bonus and other benefits.
Closing date: Friday 1st November 2024
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a career which is rewarding, at the cutting edge of project development and where you can really make a difference? Come and join our expanding Sizewell C (SZC) team and work on one of the most exciting and largest megaprojects in the UK, whilst being at the forefront of the UK's climate change agenda and energy policy.
Following on from the success of Hinkley Point C (HPC), the SZC Project is a nuclear new build project in Suffolk, which has obtained planning approval and Government financing support. The project has started construction and is now seeking private investment.
When completed, it will provide dependable electricity to 6 million homes for 60 years, which along with renewables, will support Britain to achieve Net Zero by 2050.
We are seeking a highly skilled Temporary Utilities Manager to join our team at the Sizewell C project. This critical role involves managing the limited temporary utility supplies on site to ensure the timely progression of the project. You will be responsible for the strategic management, coordination, and execution of all utilities requirements during the early works phase, ensuring that delays are avoided and that all activities comply with permit conditions and the Development Consent Order (DCO).
The Role
As Temporary Utilities Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the scarce temporary supplies on the site before the main utility connections become available and are executed swiftly to avoid delays to the project.
You be a primary point of contact and be responsible for leading the resolution of any issues related to the management and provision of temporary supplies. You'll promote Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) feedback and take a proactive role in addressing SHE concerns tied to the provision and management of temporary utilities.
You will also lead a team responsible for coordinating with Utilities Construction teams, including Design, Temporary Works, and Consents Managers, to ensure compliance with DCO requirements and best practices. Building strong relationships with other teams to understand their requirements and needs for temporary supplies, while fostering collaboration with Utilities Designers, Contractors, temporary utility suppliers, and external stakeholders as needed.
A key to success is keeping accurate and up-to-date records of consumption and demand for temporary utilities across various project teams, provide necessary information for environmental permits, and ensure effective coordination with internal stakeholders such as the Construction, Environmental, and Site Operations teams.
The Skills
You'll have proven experience in utilities coordination or management on large construction projects, managing multidisciplinary teams and prior experience in major programme projects.
In-depth knowledge of utility management in large-scale construction or infrastructure projects with strong leadership and team management skills, excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Risk management and problem-solving skills and knowledge of environmental management and sustainability practices are all essential to the success of this role.
Desirable:
Background in Construction Management, or a related field.
Professional certifications in project management e.g., PMP or Prince2.
Familiarity with nuclear power plant projects or similar high-compliance environments would also be a distinct advantage.
If the above sounds like you, then we'd love to hear from you!
A full job description is available on application.
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Power in Diversity
Sizewell C is a great place to work, where everyone is welcome.
To fulfil our commitment of doing the power of good for Britain, our ambition is to have a workforce which reflects and benefits the society we are part of and serve. Every worker on SZC, wherever they are, should help to create and experience the right environment where everyone on the team understands, respects and embraces diversity with a culture where everyone is treated with equal respect and are all given equal access to opportunities. By valuing the different points of view and experiences that having a diverse team brings, and by fostering an inclusive climate, we will create a great place to work and a more successful project.
We create the right environment where people feel able to bring their whole selves to work. Whilst working together there is mutual trust and appreciation created through the building of meaningful relationships with one another, aligned with our key values:
Respect: Value the rules and environment in which we operate
Positivity: Positively challenge poor quality and performance
Humility: Be open to other's points of view and ideas, be willing to debate and to compromise
Solidarity: One team, working closely together and helping each other
Clarity: Communicate clearly and consistently
Everyone is able to get the most from their work and the workplace, and in return, give their best.
Competitive Salary and Benefits
We're dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we're delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees' physical, emotional and financial wellbeing.
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a market-leading company pension scheme, paid holidays and a range of flexible benefits, such as: a company incentive bonus plan, health cover, cycle to work scheme, discounts and employee pricing.
Please let us know if you'd like to discuss flexible working arrangements by highlighting this on your application.