The ideal candidate will work within our NAV sector to oversee the safe, compliant, installation of water infrastructure for new residential and commercial developments.
Key Responsibilities
* Project Managing and overseeing the safe, compliant installation of the clients infrastructure in line with Water Regulations, Industry and Safety Standards.
* Implementing NAV water process for Delivery and Regulation departments including Water Adoption Agreement (Self Lay Agreement)
* Consulting with our Business Development Managers to ensure the project is passed through to Delivery and to then take ownership of the Project.
* Check that the contractors carry the relevant accreditations to conduct the works (WIRS etc).
* Provide guidance and advice to SLP/ICP/Developer, and their contractors, throughout the duration of the project.
* Function as the first point of escalation for ICP/SLP partners and customers, should the need arise.
* Ensure relevant works are in line with the Construction Programmes and provide regular updates where necessary
* Ensure SLP/ICP designs follow the Water Industry Regulations to allow full design approval by the company appointed design resource/consultants.
* Review any design variations and assist where necessary
* Produce regular progress reports, and updates, for each project and submit to the Operations Team.
* Be responsible for providing accurate forecasts for “water on” and end user connections as required by the business reporting timelines and budget activities
* Arrange regular site visits to audit, and document, the infrastructure installation works ensuring compliance with all relevant water utility legislations.
* Complete regular Risk Assessments and POWRA’s in line with Company policies.
* Attend site for all commissioning works to advise and document any issues
* Collate all relevant regulatory documentation from client – REG 5, Water Efficiency, Water Adoption Agreements, New Connection Agreements, Vesting Certificates, Plot to Postal etc.
* Responsible for procurement of meters and ensure timely meter fits in line with future connections
* Regular monthly meetings with Senior Water Project Manager to discuss ongoing schemes, updates and address any potential queries/issues/work delays
* Manage project snagging works to satisfactory completion standards
* Working with the Asset Management department to ensure that new assets are handed over, in a timely manner, with all relevant required data.
About You
* Knowledge and experience of working in the clean water industry (essential)
* Knowledge/understanding of the NAV industry (preferred)
* Knowledge and experience of the Water Design Process (preferred)
* Knowledge and experience of working with DNO’s / IDNO’s and Self Lay Providers (essential)
* Understanding of water regulatory standards and the compliance process
* Proven history of Project Management
* Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes
* Adaptability and an eagerness to learn.
* The ability to be flexible in terms of time, location, and activity.
* Ability to foresee problems and identify workable solutions or step in to ensure the problem is eradicated at the earliest opportunity.