Wastewater Planning Lead: DWMP & Capacity Forecasting

United Utilities; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in the UK is seeking a Wastewater Planning Manager to lead the development of wastewater network capacity understanding and strategic investment opportunities. This role will involve technical leadership in the Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP) and developing tools for capacity modeling. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and substantial knowledge of wastewater operations and environmental assessments, alongside exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• A degree or postgraduate qualification in a science or environmental discipline or significant relevant experience.
• Knowledge of wastewater network operations, modelling, DWMP, and environmental assessments.
• Excellent analytical reasoning skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and communication of wastewater network capacity understanding.
• Identify potential capacity constraints and opportunities for strategic investment.
• Develop tools and processes to enable delivery of wastewater plans.
• Technical lead for sections of the Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan.
• Develop drainage and wastewater capacity model capability.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical reasoning

Interpersonal skills

Communication strategies

Knowledge of wastewater operations

Education

Degree in science or environmental discipline

Job description

A leading utility provider in the UK is seeking a Wastewater Planning Manager to lead the development of wastewater network capacity understanding and strategic investment opportunities. This role will involve technical leadership in the Drainage and Wastewater Management Plan (DWMP) and developing tools for capacity modeling. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and substantial knowledge of wastewater operations and environmental assessments, alongside exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills.