Job Introduction Reporting directly to the Utility Manager. Required to assist in all aspects of utility/project management responsibilities within one of the three delivery areas. They are to support the Utility Manager in delivering multi-million pound value utility diversions and protection works and as such will manage health & safety, commercial and operation requirements across a number of supply chain partners and the main SCS construction teams. Flexible working: We welcome you to ask about the flexibility you need. This might be part-time, remote working, or compressed hours for example. Anyone who applies for a role can ask about flexibility at interview. In return, we will explore what is possible for the role. Main Responsibilities Manage the progression of any actions required for the diversion, disconnection or protection of assets with the statutory undertakers for those assets. Assist where required in the day to day project management of all utility works in the work area, assuming an operational management position as part of a team with responsibility for high value supply chain delivery. Manage the integration of planned utility works with the designers to ensure they are designed and planned in a realistic and achievable manner. Actively pursue value engineering opportunities for the works within their sector, championing effective opportunities across the project. Work with the project team to effectively deliver a range of high complexity construction works to safeguard utility assets along the HS2 route. Maintain HS2 and SCS values across the works, reducing waste, emissions and carbon The Ideal Candidate Essential Understanding of utility companies, procedures and requirements Understanding of street works and excavations Strong understanding of common software applications, Microsoft, Adobe etc Desirable Experience in managing utility projects Utility industry expertise, particularly gas or water Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline