Project Manager

united kingdom

Department: Project Delivery

Reports to: Senior Water Project Manager

Location: North (home-based)

About Us

Leep Utilities owns and operates regulated and non-regulated multi-utility networks across the UK. With sites in MediaCityUK, Liverpool Waters and Canary Wharf, our broad range of capabilities includes electricity, water and wastewater, alongside heating, cooling and hot water services.

Leep is the result of a joint venture between the independent mid-market infrastructure investment manager, Ancala Partners LLP and one of the UK’s leading private real estate investment and infrastructure companies, The Peel Group. We deliver straightforward connections throughout the UK and hold the relevant licenses that allow us to adopt regulated utilities on new developments.

The Opportunity

New appointments and variations (NAVs) are limited companies which provide a water and/or sewerage service to customers in an area which was previously served by the Regional Water Authorities.

Leep Utilities is fast becoming one of the UK’s top NAVs and, to facilitate this Company growth, are now recruiting for a Water Project Manager to work within our NAV sector to oversee the safe, compliant, installation of water infrastructure for new residential and commercial developments. Leep’s plans for the next 5 years is very impressive and you will be working alongside the UK’s top developers, and their self-lay providers, providing support, from the early design concepts through to delivery and completion of their schemes. As an added bonus, you will be home based and in charge of your own diary. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in the utilities sector as well as being innovative and keen to support with effective business improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Managing and overseeing the safe, compliant installation of the Leep water 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 Developer, and their contractors, throughout the duration of the project.

Function as the first point of escalation for 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 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 Leep’s 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.

Your Development and Benefits

At Leep, we believe in stable growth and putting our people first. Our 5-year strategic growth plan gives us stability today and prepares us for the future, while nurturing a strong collaborative and supportive culture.

Our benefits include:

Salary which aligns to your experience and skillset

25 days paid holiday + bank holidays

An additional day off to celebrate your birthday

Annual discretionary bonus

Car allowance

Company pension plan

Health Cash plan through Westfield Health

Option to purchase additional holiday days through our Holiday Buying Scheme

Engagement committee with events throughout the year, including Christmas Party, Summer Party and individual team socials

Paid professional memberships relevant to your role and access to professional development opportunities

Our Values

At the forefront of everything we do:

Safety Customer Promise Accountability Reliability Respect Flexibility

Equal Opportunities

Leep Utilities is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a working environment in which all individuals are able to make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. If you require any appropriate accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know.