Utilities Co-ordinator - Manchester

BALFOUR BEATTY; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Utilities Co-ordinator on a major infrastructure project in Manchester. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with internal systems and industry standards while coordinating with utility companies. You will be responsible for producing, auditing, and monitoring permits, as well as promoting site awareness of utilities policies. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this innovative firm offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including flexible working and generous leave policies. Make a meaningful impact on vital UK infrastructure and support community well-being.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Pension schemes

Staff discounts

Refer-a-friend bonus

Flexible working

Volunteering leave

Recognition schemes

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of utilities scanning and marking as per PAS128.
• Previous experience in a utilities role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce and monitor utility permits for compliance.
• Liaise with utility owners to secure permissions.

Skills

Scanning and marking out utilities

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Permit to Dig systems knowledge

Education

BSc in a relevant field

Tools

PAS128

CSCS Card

Job description

About the role

Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Utilities Co-ordinator to join our A57 Mottram project in Manchester.

As a Regional Utilities Co-ordinator, you will ensure project compliance with BB Internal Business Management Systems (BMS) for working near utilities. Your responsibilities include producing and monitoring utility permits and liaising with utility companies for diversions.

About Balfour Beatty Highways: We maintain, manage, and operate major highway networks across the UK, supporting local authorities and creating thriving communities.

What you'll be doing

1. Producing, auditing, approving, and monitoring Permits to Dig as per PAS128.
2. Working with the construction team to ensure permits are in place before work begins and are clearly marked.
3. Liaising with utility owners to secure necessary permissions.
4. Supporting the Utilities Manager/Regional Utilities Lead to ensure compliance with internal systems and industry best practices.
5. Promoting site awareness of Utilities policies and BMS requirements.
6. Assisting with Management System audits in collaboration with the audit team.
7. Having extensive experience in scanning and marking out utilities to support the utilities engineer.
8. Assisting in ensuring utility diversions are completed on time and within budget.

Who we're looking for

1. BSc in a relevant field (preferred).
2. Valid CSCS Card.
3. Extensive knowledge of scanning and marking out utilities as per PAS128.
4. Strong team player with good communication skills.
5. Previous experience in a similar utilities role (preferred).
6. Experience with highways and construction requirements.
7. Knowledge of working around utilities and Permit to Dig systems.
8. Experience supporting site teams to achieve first-time right results.

Join a business with 26,000 staff, last year's revenue of £8.6bn, industry-leading customer satisfaction, and outstanding employee engagement.

Benefits include a competitive salary, 42 core hours/week, 25 days annual leave, pension schemes, staff discounts, refer-a-friend bonus, and more.

Why work for us

Our teams deliver ambitious projects that develop and maintain vital UK infrastructure, supporting economic growth and community well-being.

Why join us?

Enjoy benefits like flexible working, generous leave policies, pension, share plans, volunteering leave, recognition schemes, and more. Contribute to meaningful projects that improve lives.

About us

We value diversity and inclusion, striving to create an environment where everyone can thrive. We are recognized as a Gold Award holder in the Ministry of Defence 'Employer Recognition Scheme' and support applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans, and reservists. We are committed to accessibility and encourage applications from people with disabilities.