Project Manager

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About the opportunity: 

We are currently looking for a permanent Project Manager to join our growing Construction department to deliver across the UK.  

As Project Manager you will be responsible for overseeing a programme of water network projects on new developments, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery. You will also be responsible for excellent client management, ensuring that our customers receive the best possible service.

Ready to dive into a new career with Icosa Water and make a splash in the industry?  

Your responsibilities: 

You will be responsible for planning and managing the construction, testing and commissioning of on-site and off-site water mains and networks for new developments in strict accordance with Icosa systems, processes and controls focusing upon:

• The safe delivery of water projects to time, quality and cost
• The management of specialist contractors to deliver the programme
• Liaising with water companies to ensure timely delivery of points of connection
• Co-ordinating off-site works with Highway Authorities and other utilities
• Developing effective relationships with client site managers and acting as a dedicated point of contact, resolving issues and proactively updating on progress.
• Working with the contractor’s and developer’s Construction Managers to develop utility sequencing program in line with site wide construction strategy
• Evaluating the quality of contractor construction and reporting on performance

Experience / Knowledge: 

• Organised
• Great managing people and stakeholders
• Excellent leadership skills
• Good communication
• Experience of working on Construction Sites
• Good Risk Assessment knowledge and application
• NCO3 (water) qualification
• NRSWA Supervisory card/Relevant SHEA Card/CSCS Registration

We offer good benefits and remuneration packages, but most importantly, an enjoyable and rewarding place to work. We believe in rewarding our people well and there are plenty of career opportunities for the right person.  

In return of your hard work and dedication, we can offer you:  

Core Benefits:  

• 25 Days Holiday plus Statutory Days  
• Holiday Buy Back Scheme (Purchase up to 5 Additional Days)  
• Up to 7% Employer Pension Contribution  
• Life Assurance (x4 Annual Basic Salary)  

• Refer a Friend Incentive   
• Hybrid Working (3 days in the Office, 2 from home)  
• Flexible Start and Finish Time 

• Private Medical Insurance 
• Company Sick Pay 

At Last Mile Infrastructure, we are one of the UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, owning and operating in excess of 500,000 gas,  electricity, water and wastewater connections serving residential and commercial customers. Last Mile Asset Management adopt and operate electricity, gas, water and wastewater, and ground source heat/cooling networks that are designed, installed and commissioned by Lloyds accredited Independent Connection providers (ICPs). 

Icosa Water is the market leading regulated independent water and wastewater company that owns and operates residential and commercial networks across England and Wales. We operate under the New Appointment & Variation (NAV) process, from the Water Industry Act 1991, and we compete in a heavily regulated environment. 

Icosa provides domestic homes and commercial premises with water and wastewater services. We compete with other water companies, differentiating our service package by lowering costs, facilitating innovative solutions, and providing exceptional customer service. 

At Icosa Water, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront in making sure our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to Grow With Us. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you!