About Us
United Utilities’ (UU) mission is to deliver high-quality water for a stronger, greener and healthier North West of England. We are committed to providing our services in a way that respects the environment, supports the economy, and benefits society. We are proud to be ranked #11 in The Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers List. We value diversity, inclusion and innovation in our workplace, and we foster a culture where our people can grow, excel, and be themselves.
We uphold our ethics, values and business model to fulfil our mission and, by setting clear goals and objectives, we create sustainable long-term value for our colleagues, customers and communities. Whether you work with a team that shares your vision or join a network of peers with similar interests, you will find a welcoming and supportive organisation to be part of.
We’ve got a lot to offer. You’ll be part of a thriving FTSE 100 company and will enjoy a range of core benefits that reflect your value and value contribution. These include:
- A generous annual leave package of 26 days, which increases to 30 days after four years of service, in addition to 8 bank holidays
- A competitive pension scheme with up to 14% employer contribution, 21% combined, and life cover
- A 10.5% performance-related bonus scheme, as well as recognition awards for outstanding achievements
- A comprehensive healthcare plan through our company-funded scheme
The Role:
In the role of Construction Manager, your duties include maintaining adherence to the UU SACRED principles (Safety, Authorisation, Customer, Right First Time, Environmental and Drinking Water) rules throughout the project’s Deliver phase. Additionally, you will be responsible for the onsite client management of the Contractor to ensure we spend customers’ money wisely.
You will serve as the primary UU point of escalation for both internal and external stakeholder issues arising from the construction works and be the key interface between the Project and UU Operations. In this capacity, you will coordinate the work under the UU Work Authorisation Procedure.
Furthermore, you will be designated as the supervisor within the NEC4 Contract, endowed with contractual authority. You will also hold a specified number of Project Manager delegated contractual powers to ensure the contractor’s performance aligns with the contract stipulations.
Key elements include;
- Working as part of project teams to deliver elements of the Capital Programme
- Ensuring the projects are delivered safely to the required outcomes (SACRED, time and cost)
- To ensure the appropriate management of key stakeholders, both internal and external
- Managing external contractors to achieve the above
This role will be based in Cumbria, North & West.
Key Accountabilities:
- Work collaboratively with the Project Manager under the Contract to jointly deliver project outcomes
- Work as part of a project team consisting of internal and external members to ensure delivery of agreed outcomes against the UU SACRED rules
- Provide Deliverability support to projects to ensure they can be designed and delivered in a safe manner whilst maximising efficiencies and achieving business objectives
- Develop, promote and maintain a safety culture to deliver excellent Health and Safety performance on site
- Develop strong onsite relationships with UU Operations and Contractors to ensure successful project outcomes
- Manage onsite risks and changes and escalate issues affecting programme / project delivery
- Manage and deliver reporting of onsite progress against the overall programme directly to appropriate people
- Ensure statutory approvals are being obtained and adhered to onsite
- Reviewing the works schedule and method statements to ensure progress of the works is on schedule and in being undertaken in a logical fashion
- Satisfying themselves that the contractor’s performance is in accordance with the contract and ensuring the contractors resources are adequate and suitable
Essential Criteria:
To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following
essential criteria:
- Educated to degree or HND level or equivalent industry experience and ideally working toward being professionally qualified (e.g. CEng, MCIOB, MICE, and MCIWEM)
- CITB Site Management Safety Training scheme or equivalent
- NEC3/4 Accredited Supervisor or demonstrable working knowledge
- Significant experience and track record of delivering construction projects
- Flexible leadership style to suit different situations
- Effective formal and informal communication and coaching style.
- Able to prioritise tasks and finite resources to deliver business targets / objectives
- Effective internal and external stakeholder management
- Contract management and commercial awareness
- Technical awareness and competence in either civil, mechanical, electrical or ICA
- Full UK Driving License.
It would also be great if you can demonstrate any of the following
desirable criteria:
- Water and Wastewater industry construction experience.
- EUSR Water Hygiene card
- CSCS or affiliated SHE passport.
Other:
More information can be found below:
- UU benefits: https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits-of-working-for-us/
- Pension information: https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/pensions/
- UU careers: https://www.unitedutilities.com/corporate/careers/
- Data privacy: https://www.unitedutilities.com/privacy/
Selection Process Details:
Your application will go through the following stages of assessment:
- Pre-sift - We will check that your CV meets the essential/eligibility criteria listed in the Skills & Experience section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the criteria above.
- Sift - Your CV will be reviewed by UU hiring managers to determine eligibility for the next stage.
- Screening call – you will receive an informal call from our Talent Partner to run through more detail on the role and the process.
- Interview - If invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the sift categories in the Skills & Experience section of this advert.
- Feedback - Feedback will be provided post-interview. If successful, your application will be considered for offer. Please note feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview.
