Assistant Utilities Consultant

Turner & Townsend; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in the UK is seeking an Assistant Utilities Consultant to assist with interpreting client utility needs, coordinating utility provider quotations, and preparing feasibility assessments. The role offers structured mentoring and opportunities for professional development within the utilities sector. Candidates should have relevant technical qualifications and a willingness to learn in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Structured mentoring and training

Exposure to diverse client projects

Opportunities to develop professional skills

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in a relevant technical, engineering, or construction discipline preferred.
• Previous experience in utilities coordination, engineering, or project support advantageous.
• Willingness to work toward a professional qualification (e.g., RICS, ICE, IET).

Responsibilities

• Assist in interpreting client utility requirements and reviewing scheme drawings.
• Support procurement and coordination of utility provider quotations.
• Review utility proposals to identify risks and savings opportunities.
• Assist with preparation of feasibility assessments and load calculations.
• Support project reporting and communication records.

Skills

Strong organisational and analytical skills

Confident communicator

Eagerness to learn and develop

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Interest in sustainability and digital innovation

Education

Degree or HND in relevant technical field

Tools

Microsoft Office

GIS or CAD

Job description

Assistant Utilities Consultant

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in interpreting client utility requirements and reviewing scheme drawings.
• Support procurement and coordination of utility provider quotations and designs.
• Review utility proposals to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities for savings.
• Assist with the preparation of feasibility assessments and load calculations.
• Support project reporting, meeting minutes, trackers, and communication records.
• Coordinate utility works and liaise with contractors, clients, and consultants.
• Support tender processes, cost assessments, and contract administration (NEC/JCT).
• Maintain accurate project data and assist with digital cost database updates.
• Attend meetings and contribute to the coordination of multi-utility strategies.
• Identify opportunities to improve internal systems and client delivery.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a professional consultancy environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); exposure to GIS or CAD desirable.
• Interest in sustainability, digital innovation, and cost management in the utilities sector.

Career Development

• Structured mentoring and training to progress toward Utilities Consultant roles.
• Exposure to diverse client projects, frameworks, and digital delivery tools.
• Opportunity to develop commercial, technical, and project management skills within a market-leading consultancy.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in a relevant technical, engineering, or construction discipline (preferred but not essential).
• Previous experience in utilities coordination, engineering, or project support advantageous.
• Willingness to work toward a professional qualification (e.g., RICS, ICE, IET).

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.