Streetworks Coordinator

Lanes Group Plc; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure delivery company in the UK seeks a Streetworks Coordinator to manage streetworks permitting and ensure compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills and be resourceful in a fast-paced environment. This role requires active coordination with local authorities and delivery teams, focusing on achieving high customer satisfaction and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Hardworking and respectful.
• Comply with health and safety standards.
• Solid communication skills with professional telephone etiquette.
• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Arrange for Streetworks Permits as required.
• Ensure Traffic Management Plans are available.
• Assist in management of permitting and Streetworks activities.
• Schedule and program Thames Water works.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Resourcefulness

Microsoft 365 knowledge

Job description

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators. In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and, keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra. The Streetworks Coordinator's key role is to monitor all work order requirements through the effective delivery of company processes for all lines of business. This includes client and field operations liaison, providing input into street works compliance, improved performance in relation to Section 74, Fixed Penalty Notice, Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Thames Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to waste‑water network and drainage problems.

Responsibilities

• Arrange for Streetworks Permits as required and in accordance with procedures.
• Ensure Traffic Management Plans are available in accordance with procedures.
• As Streetworks Coordinator, you will be responsible for assisting with the management and administration of permitting. This will involve the monitoring and coordination of Streetworks activities.
• Working closely with local authorities, you will be responsible for opening and closing permits using Streetworks systems whilst ensuring that all aspects of the TMA (Traffic Management Act) are met. Respond to Highways comments, PMR and manage active permits to prevent any Fixed Penalty Notices and overrun charges.
• The role will involve scheduling and programming high volume Thames Water works for multiple teams, issuing road closure, parking suspension application forms to Local Authorities to enable operational delivery.
• Assist with day‑to‑day operational aspects of the project and scope.
• Monitor and identify street works compliance, performance risk in relation to Section 74, Fixed Penalty Notice.
• Lead on all aspects of Streetworks co‑ordination providing clear understanding of all Permits.
• Implementation of change and alignment to department and business strategy.
• Effective control of the processes, resources and data concerned with Highways authority. Control successful delivery of time‑bound SLAs.
• Liaise with Sub‑contractors on effective updates of all permitting matters.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties, activities or projects as required.
• Be aware of Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.

Qualifications

• Be hardworking and respectful.
• Comply with health and safety standards.
• Have great interpersonal skills to create relationships with the team, engineers, and wider Lanes Group network.
• Have basic knowledge of Microsoft 365.
• Have solid communication skills (both written and verbal) with professional telephone etiquette.
• Be resourceful and proactive.
• Multi‑task, prioritise, work under pressure and on your own initiative.
• Have the ability to deal with people at different levels.

Company Overview

So if you enjoy working in a fast paced environment and delivering only the best in customer service, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that not only values you and your ability but also strives to develop your potential and further your career progression, then we are the right company for you.

What is essential is the ability to work safely to quickly diagnose and deliver practical and efficient solutions to attain the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Our Commitment to Well‑Being and Diversity

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well‑being of our people and our customers. It's a major reason we are the UK's largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45 m), with over 4 000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectively.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group is a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.