Senior Consultant @ Advance TRS | Executive Search, Power and Energy
Role Title: Senior Multi Utility Project Manager
Location: Warrington
Contract Type: Permanent
About the Business: Advance is proud to be partnered with a leading UK utility infrastructure provider that has been driving innovation and sustainable development for over three decades. The business plays a key role in supporting the UK’s transition to net zero by delivering multi‑utility networks across residential, commercial, and industrial developments. Known for its inclusive culture and commitment to safety, the company offers a supportive environment where employees are empowered to grow and succeed.
Role Purpose: To manage the delivery of a portfolio of major multi‑utility projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of customer satisfaction. The role also includes responsibility for regional logistics and waste reduction.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the delivery of major multi‑utility projects across electricity, gas, fibre, and water.
* Promote a proactive safety culture and support behavioural safety initiatives (Bradley Curve).
* Ensure networks are built to specification and commissioned in line with customer requirements.
* Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction and support CES score targets.
* Support the sales team in acquiring new contracts.
* Manage relationships with major project customers and internal stakeholders.
* Liaise with procurement to arrange bespoke contracts where required.
* Oversee recruitment, induction, and training of engineering teams.
* Mentor and manage Project Managers across the region.
* Authorise contractor payments and monitor construction standards.
* Support HR‑related matters and accreditation compliance (GIRS, WIRS, NERS, MURS, Gas Safe, OAMI).
* Perform any other duties as required by senior leadership.
Candidate Profile
Qualifications
* Recognised engineering qualification.
* Preferably registered as an engineering technician or working towards registration.
Experience
* Significant experience in utility infrastructure project delivery.
* Strong working knowledge of legislation, technical standards, codes of practice, and specifications related to electricity, gas, fibre, or water distribution.
Skills & Attributes
* Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
* Professional, “right first time” and “can do” mentality.
* Problem solver with strong attention to detail.
* Resilient, reliable, and approachable.
* Informative and helpful.
* Practical knowledge of construction requirements for utility networks.
Conditions of Employment
* Must hold a valid UK driving licence.
* Annual cost‑of‑living pay review.
* Up to 10% pension contribution (with employee contribution).
* 33 days holiday including bank holidays, with option to purchase 2 additional weeks.
* Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
* £1,000 referral bonus (net of tax).
* Hybrid working options.
* Career development and training opportunities.
* Inclusive, safety‑focused company culture.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Project Management
Industries
Services for Renewable Energy, Electric Power Generation, and Utilities
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