Project Manager - Utilities

ACS Staffing Solutions; Kettering; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Project Manager for utilities in Kettering. The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 2 years' project management experience in a DNO or IDNO environment, confident in Gas, Water, Electricity, and Fibre installation. Responsibilities include managing project delivery, tracking budgets, and maintaining developer relationships. This role offers a salary of up to £50k plus additional benefits such as a company vehicle and life insurance.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Life insurance

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' project management experience in a utilities environment.
• Confident in Gas, Water, Electricity, and Fibre installation processes.
• Understanding of developer processes and industry regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage project delivery and internal standards.
• Track budgets and provide project performance overviews.
• Act as key contact for developers, resolving issues.
• Ensure compliance and promote a safety culture.

Skills

Relationship-building skills

Written and verbal communication

Time-management

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Project Manager - Utilities

Kettering

Salary - up to £50k plus company vehicle, life insurance, sick pay etc

Are you a natural organiser who thrives in a fast-moving construction and utilities environment?

Do you enjoy taking ownership, smoothing out challenges, and guiding projects confidently from start to finish? If so, this could be an excellent next step.

We're looking for a proactive and relationship-focused Project Manager to join our client's Construction team. With solid utilities experience, you'll play a central role in co-ordinating projects, supporting developers, and ensuring everything is delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing delivery across your area and ensuring work meets internal standards and developer expectations
• Working closely with Contracts Managers, Planning, Construction, and Senior Management to keep communication seamless
• Tracking and forecasting budgets so leadership always has an accurate overview of project performance
• Acting as a key point of contact for developers—resolving queries, managing escalations, and maintaining strong relationships
• Leading clear and thorough pre-start meetings to ensure full alignment on requirements and responsibilities
• Keeping projects on track by monitoring schedules, spotting risks early, and preventing delays
• Conducting regular audits and stepping in with expert support when issues arise
• Promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance across all sites

What You'll Bring

• Strong relationship-building skills and a customer-focused approach
• Confident written and verbal communication
• Effective time-management and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset
• Utilities experience is essential, including confidence in Gas, Water, Electricity, and Fibre installation processes
• Minimum 2 years' project management experience within a DNO or IDNO environment
• Good understanding of developer processes and industry regulations

Qualifications That Would Be an Advantage

• SSSTS
• NRSWA Streetworks Manager
• EUSR certification
• Full UK driving licence

If you're ready to bring your utilities expertise into a role where you can truly make an impact, we'd be delighted to hear from you