At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the planning and streetworks team to ensure smooth operations and compliance.
- Company: Join Network Plus, a leading provider of essential utility and infrastructure services.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, full benefits package, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a dynamic role that supports vital community services.
- Qualifications: Experience in planning or streetworks management is preferred.
Reporting into the Head of Programme, the Planning & Streetworks Manager is the key contact for the planners and Streetworks administrators on a day to day basis. They have full accountability for the planning & streetworks aspects of all works. They will ensure that all members of the planning & streetworks team are able to undertake their work in line with their relevant role profiles alongside being an escalation point of contact for all areas of the contract with any planning or streetworks related issues. They will maintain the below aspects of the process.
Key Responsibilities- To Monitor & be responsible for the co-ordination of all the activities of works to ensure they meet their statutory obligations.
- Identify noticing issues and apply early intervention, to ensure that all information derived from inspections and other sources is correctly handled to ensure correct response from utilities and other promoters of Street Works activity and to minimise challenges to Section 74 invoices and FPNs.
- Coordinate with operations teams to maximise productivity.
- Manage resources effectively to ensure productivity is maximised.
- Escalate compliance issues where appropriate.
- Liaising with local authority's and client representatives.
- Run daily reports as required.
- Identify potential risks to productivity or noticing compliance within the schedule.
- Monitor and chase any outstanding issues.
- Use initiative, prioritise workload and work unsupervised.
- Any ad hoc activities that are required to support the contract.
- Own any highways related queries to resolution.
- Maintain communication channels with client and operational teams.
- Assist in the coordination and delivery of the NRSWA/TMA activity.
- Monitor workstack adherence to ensure accurate reporting.
- Use reporting functions to monitor and manage team performance.
- Lead/Manage the team ensuring opportunities for development are identified and supported.
We offer a competitive salary based on experience along with a full benefits package. Network Plus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, nationality, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We are Armed Forces-friendly. We welcome applications from ex-Armed Forces personnel, reservists, armed forces veterans, cadet instructors and military spouses/partners.
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About Network Plus: Network Plus is an award-winning business delivering essential utility and infrastructure services for the UK's major providers of gas, power, telecoms, transport, water, and wastewater. We value the variety of experience, perspective, and other points of difference our workforce, clients, and supply chain offer. We are actively working with colleagues across the Network Plus Group to develop an inclusive environment – we want all our employees to feel valued and included to enable everyone to thrive at work and understand the value of their contribution matters no matter their background, identity, or circumstances.
Planning and Streetworks Manager employer: Network Plus
Network Plus is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee growth and inclusivity, making it a fantastic place for professionals in the Planning and Streetworks field. With a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, employees are supported in their development while working in a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives. Located at the heart of the UK's utility and infrastructure services, Network Plus offers unique opportunities to engage with major providers and contribute to impactful projects.
