Utilities Manager

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Utilities Manager to join our team and play a critical role in supporting the delivery of new housing developments. You will be responsible for the procurement, coordination, and management of utility services – including water, gas, electricity, and telecommunications – from initial land acquisition through to handover.

This is an exciting opportunity to work for a growing housebuilder with a strong development pipeline, where you will ensure utilities are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required specification.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the end-to-end coordination of utility services (diversions, disconnections, new supplies) for all residential development sites.
• Engage and build relationships with utility providers (Statutory Undertakers) and third-party contractors.
• Review development layouts and technical drawings to ensure efficient utility designs.
• Procure quotations, negotiate costs, and monitor budgets relating to utilities.
• Ensure all applications for connections, upgrades or diversions are submitted in a timely manner.
• Track key milestones and lead times to ensure utilities do not impact build programmes.
• Liaise closely with internal teams including Land, Technical, Commercial, Construction, and Sales.
• Attend site meetings and provide technical advice related to utility works.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, policies, and safety requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of all utility infrastructure, agreements, and warranties.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience managing utilities within residential housebuilding or civil engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge of utility design, planning, and installation processes.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple sites.
• Confident communicator able to liaise effectively with stakeholders, suppliers, and site teams.
• Commercially astute with experience managing costs and budgets.
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations (e.g. NRSWA, CDM, Health & Safety).
• Proficient in reading technical plans and using Microsoft Office (AutoCAD experience is a bonus).

Desirable Qualifications:

• HNC/HND or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• SMSTS or similar Health & Safety certification.
• Membership of a professional body (e.g. ICE, CIOB) is advantageous but not essential.