Overview
* Analysing water and electrical network drawings, development layouts, bills of quantities and other project documentation to produce accurate cost estimates for multi-utility projects, with equal focus on water and electrical infrastructure for residential, commercial and industrial developments.
* Undertake desktop site surveys and liaise with customers to identify their water and electrical infrastructure and connection requirements.
* Liaise with Water Authorities, DNOs and IDNOs to obtain connection offers, technical approvals and adoption requirements.
* Produce integrated multi-utility estimates ensuring that solutions meet customer requirements, regulatory standards and project budgets.
Principal Accountabilities
* Drive project business growth and profitability across both water and electrical infrastructure within the multi-utility and developer services sector.
* Produce accurate and competitive electrical, water and combined multi-utility estimates which convert into orders and revenue while maximising profitability.
* Ensure balanced commercial focus across both disciplines, maintaining equal attention to electrical (LV/HV) and water infrastructure opportunities.
* Ensure customer satisfaction through high-quality technical delivery and clear communication across both water and electrical scopes throughout the contractual chain.
* Ensure compliance with Ipsum processes, as well as all relevant water and electrical industry regulations, standards and specifications, supporting continuous improvement initiatives.
* Manage suppliers and subcontractors across both utilities effectively to maximise delivery efficiency, consistency and commercial performance.
* Develop and maintain strong working relationships with Water Authorities, DNOs and IDNOs to support successful project delivery and future opportunities.
* Ensure lessons learned and best practices from both electrical and water projects are captured and embedded to improve competitiveness and profitability.
* Support the development of integrated multi-utility solutions, ensuring efficient coordination between electrical and water designs and estimates.
* Motivate peers to ensure talent retention, collaboration and high levels of engagement across multi‑disciplinary teams.
Be recognised as an active ambassador of Ipsum, promoting professionalism, safety and technical excellence across both electrical and water discipline
Key Responsibilities
* Analyse project documentation to prepare accurate cost estimates for both water and electrical infrastructure.
* Produce preliminary designs for water mains, service connections and electrical networks (LV/HV).
* Develop coordinated multi‑utility solutions integrating both disciplines.
Water Responsibilities
* Liaise with Water Authorities for connection offers, approvals and adoptions.
* Produce water network designs in line with relevant standards and specifications.
* Submit water connection applications and manage the approval process.
Electrical Responsibilities
* Liaise with DNOs and IDNOs to obtain electrical connection offers and approvals.
* Apply relevant standards such as ENA Engineering Recommendation G81.
* Support design and estimating of electrical infrastructure including substations, LV/HV networks and service connections.
* Research, source and negotiate pricing from suppliers and subcontractors across both utilities.
* Produce competitive, commercially viable estimates across electrical, water and multi‑utility schemes.
Coordination & Delivery
* Attend design and coordination meetings with clients, developers and stakeholders.
* Produce clear scopes of work and quotation documentation.
* Manage project design changes and cost variations across both utilities.
Quality & Compliance
* Ensure all designs meet regulatory, technical and commercial requirements.
* Carry out audits and quality checks on designs.
* Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of both water and electrical industry standards.
Knowledge & Experience
* Knowledge of relevant regulations and standards, such as ENA Engineering Recommendation G81.
* Experience in electrical design, in an Infrastructure or ICP context.
* Experience of using relevant design software, such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
* Must have 2yrs minimum quoting water, including domestic, I&C – mains and service.
* Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.
* Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to think creatively to overcome design challenges.
* Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on time and within budget.
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