Trenchless Area Manager

The Clancy Group Limited; Corby; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Corby is seeking an experienced Trenchless Area Manager to oversee projects and collaborate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in trenchless project management and compliance with UK regulations. This role includes hands-on support, leading teams, and ensuring project delivery, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Healthcare

Holiday allowance (24-26 days)

Cycle-to-work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in trenchless/CIPP project management with knowledge of UK specifications.
• Capability to engage with stakeholders and communicate complex information.
• Proactive in leading teams to achieve shared objectives.
• Good grasp of CDM regulations.
• Experience in the utilities or water industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all trenchless/CIPP projects.
• Collaborate with various teams for smooth project delivery.
• Align schedules and resources with regional planner.
• Ensure compliance with UK standards and regulations.
• Provide hands-on support to Trenchless Site Manager.
• Organize monthly safety and update meetings.

Skills

Trenchless/CIPP project management

Excellent communication

Proactive and organized leadership

Understanding of CDM regulations

Job description

Overview

We have an opportunity for an experienced Trenchless Area Manager to join our alliance with Anglian Water. The Integrated Maintenance and Repair Water Recycling Alliance (IMR WRA) delivers vital services that keep our communities running — maintaining existing assets, undertaking new projects, and safeguarding the future health of our water recycling network. Our work includes planned and emergency sewer schemes, rising mains, SMART technology installations, and ongoing maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Leading and overseeing all trenchless/CIPP projects and proactive parcels within your designated area.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, programme teams, and planners to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Working closely with the regional lining planner to align schedules, resources, and targets, while providing technical input and guidance.
• Developing compliant designs and solutions that meet departmental standards and UK specifications.
• Ensuring all materials meet compliance requirements and are tested by approved, independent facilities.
• Fulfilling CDM (Construction Design and Management) obligations, assisting in the preparation of Pre-Construction Information (PCI) and Construction Phase Plans (CPP).
• Providing hands-on support and guidance to the Trenchless Site Manager to ensure effective delivery of projects.
• Organising and leading monthly stand-down meetings to share updates, key learnings, and safety communications with the team.

Qualifications

• Experience in trenchless/CIPP project management with a solid understanding of UK specifications, compliance, and approvals.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and translating complex information clearly.
• Proactive, organised, and capable of leading teams to achieve shared goals.
• Good understanding of CDM regulations and obligations; certification as a Designer for CDM purposes would be advantageous.
• Previous experience in the utilities or water industry with a broad understanding of the regulatory and operational environment.

What We Offer

Every day we work smarter, greener and use our imaginations. Our purpose at Clancy is simple - we make life better for everyone’s growing families. We provide fresh drinking water and power to millions of homes and businesses. We are one of the largest family-owned construction businesses in the UK and we care about our people, our clients and the environment.

What Next

You apply, and we respond within two weeks. If you don’t receive feedback within that timescale, please chase us — one of our values is to do what we say we will do!

Benefits & Equal Opportunity

In addition to helping you reach your career goals, we offer a competitive salary, pension, healthcare and holiday allowance starting at 24–26 days per annum, plus perks including Clancy Xtras (discounts for retailers), cycle-to-work scheme, and an Employee Assistance Programme. Clancy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you require any reasonable adjustments to attend an interview, please let us know.