Utilities Supervisor

Maxim Recruitment; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property company is seeking a Utilities Supervisor to support utility dilapidation and replacement projects across the UK. The role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, managing key utility works while developing valuable professional relationships.

Benefits

Company car

Fuel card

Referral bonus of £500-£1000

Qualifications

• Relevant utilities experience, especially in potable water and sewage networks.
• Experience overseeing and supervising utilities dilapidation or installation work.
• Previous experience as an engineer, Project Manager, or Utility Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Manage commissioning of utility studies for new housing sites.
• Supervise contractors to ensure work meets specifications.
• Prepare budgets and claims for external utilities.

Skills

Utilities experience

Health and safety regulations

Independent working

Education

Qualification in engineering or technical construction-related subject

Job description

A Utilities Supervisor is needed to join a leading property company based in Bedfordshire and London that works all around England.

The Utilities Supervisor role is to provide project support to the Utilities department and to efficiently and effectively assist in the delivery of utility dilapidation and replacement work across the UK.
Project values vary widely between £100k to £500k for works to up to 200 units based at up to 15 sites at any one time.

Working as part of the Project Management team, you will report directly to the Head of Utilities within the organization. It is expected that your time will be split: 3 days on site or in the office (either Bedfordshire or London) and 2 days working from home.

Your key tasks will include supervising and managing residential utility dilapidation works and occasional utility replacement works, including power, potable water, and drainage for homes being renovated for sale on the open market.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. Manage the commissioning of desktop utility studies for newly acquired housing sites relating to utility repairs required to finish and sell homes, then instruct work to contractors.
2. Act as the day-to-day contact for consultants and contractors appointed to undertake surveys of private utilities infrastructure and to complete the specified works.
3. Supervise and check that contractors' work matches the agreed consultant specifications and standards. This will involve travel to sites around the UK for 2-3 days a week; most sites can be visited within a day. Office or home-based work is possible for 2 days a week.
4. Assist in the preparation of dilapidation claims for external utilities where necessary.
5. Assist in the preparation of Resident Management Company budgets.
6. Assist with the administration and upkeep of internal project management databases used by the utilities team.
7. Provide utilities engineering support to internal Build and Development teams.
8. Develop effective working relationships and manage stakeholders including consultants, contractors, and external authorities.
9. Supervise residential first-time water, wastewater, and electric provision schemes where required, such as adding homes to statutory utilities/mains for the first time.
10. Monitor and update project programmes, budgets, and cost plans.
11. Ensure regulatory compliance and monitor health & safety on construction sites.

Desired Skills and Experience

1. Relevant utilities experience, especially in potable water and sewerage networks, with the ability to work independently.
2. Experience overseeing and supervising utilities dilapidation or installation work, with familiarity with health and safety regulations.
3. Previous experience as an engineer, Project Manager, or Utility Supervisor in utility installation, renovation, or dilapidation work in the UK, preferably with developers, engineering consultants, house builders, or housing companies. Subcontractor roles may not be suitable as this position is managerial, not operational.

Qualifications/Educational Requirements

A qualification in engineering or a technical construction-related subject is desirable, but relevant utilities experience, particularly in potable water and sewerage networks, is the most important factor.

Employing Company Overview and Profile

This employer is a leading developer and owner of privately rented housing in the UK, with a portfolio exceeding 40,000 units, ranging from one-bedroom apartments to large family homes. They offer a dynamic working environment, competitive salaries, and good career progression.

Additional Benefits and Incentives

Generous basic salary (£50,000 - £60,000) + company car + fuel card. Salary negotiable based on experience.

Daria Tkach is our specialist consultant for this position.

0203 710 8098 (Office hours: 8:30 am to 5:30 pm, Monday to Friday)

Locations: London, Home Counties, Midlands, East Midlands, Northern UK

Referral Bonus

Recommend this job to a friend and receive a £500-£1000 cash reward for successful placement.