Director of Operations - Water Division

UtilitiesOne; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities firm in the UK is seeking a Director for the Water Utility sector. The role involves overseeing complex engineering projects, developing growth plans, and ensuring compliance with best practices. Candidates should have over 5 years of experience in the water industry and strong leadership and project management skills. Competitive benefits include health and dental insurance, 401(k), and paid holidays.

Benefits

Competitive Payments

Career Advancement Opportunities

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

PTO/Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 5+ years in the Water industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of applied engineering, design, and construction in water engineering.
• Thorough knowledge of leadership principles for managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, and construction of utility water projects for various clients.
• Develop growth plans and conduct market analysis.
• Implement best practices and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Leadership techniques

Project management

Water engineering principles

Risk management

Customer service improvement

Job description

About the job

Company Overview

At Utilities One, we are driven by innovation, operational excellence, and a commitment to building the future of critical infrastructure. As a trusted turnkey solutions provider across telecom, power, water, renewable energy, and data center sectors, we deliver high-quality services that connect and empower communities. In addition to our core operations, we offer specialized consulting services that help our clients design, optimize, and execute complex infrastructure projects with confidence and precision. We believe our greatest strength is our people — a team of dedicated professionals who bring expertise, collaboration, and integrity to everything they do. Join us and become part of a growing organization where your contributions make a meaningful impact.

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and proactive Director - Water Utility sector to join our dynamic and innovative team.

Utilities One delivers end-to-end water and sewer infrastructure solutions, specializing in water supply, treatment, and distribution systems, as well as sewer line installation, directional drilling, and pump station construction and maintenance. We design, build, and maintain high-performing facilities — including water treatment plants and storage systems — supported by expert hydraulic engineering and environmental assessments to ensure reliable, sustainable, and compliant utility services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex engineering work involving the planning, design, and construction of a variety of utility water projects for municipal, industrial, and private clients.
• Help lead and grow our water utilities while overseeing project execution.
• Develop a long-term growth plan and conduct market analysis to identify opportunities.
• Implement best practices, new technologies, and effective asset management to optimize operations.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and promote sustainable water management practices.
• Improve customer service and address concerns.
• Develop risk management strategies and update emergency response plans.
• Explore geographic expansion and diversify service offerings.
• Enhance service quality, ensure sustainability, and drive company growth.
• Evaluate the best method of research and then exercise appropriate judgment in setting priorities and resolving complex issues, considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to select the most appropriate one.
• Develop a comprehensive P&L strategy for operations by gathering and analyzing historical financial and operational data, optimizing revenue through pricing strategies, and identifying cost‑saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Water industry
• Water Utilities – Comprehensive knowledge of principles and theory of applied engineering, design, and construction related to water engineering.
• Supervision – Thorough knowledge of leadership techniques, principles, and procedures to assign, schedule, supervise, train, and evaluate the work of assigned staff.
• Project Management – Comprehensive knowledge of organizing, planning, coordinating, managing, and directing project functions.
• Coordination of Work – Ability to plan and organize daily work routine.
• Computer Skills – Very good technical background on engineering, design and construction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to perform the essential job functions in order to meet internal and external client expectations.
• Interpersonal Relationships – Develop and maintain cooperative and professional relationship with colleagues, clients, and representatives from outside organizations.

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Benefits

• Competitive Payments;
• Career Advancement Opportunities;
• Health Insurance;
• Dental Insurance;
• Vision Insurance;
• 401(k);
• PTO/Paid Holidays.