Developing Project Manager

Aptus Utilities Limited; Bolton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional utilities company in the UK is seeking a Developing Project Manager to oversee a portfolio of schemes. The role involves coordinating site activities, liaising with engineering departments, and managing resources effectively. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office, and hold a Full UK driving licence. Benefits include cashback plans, gym discounts, and mentoring support to foster career development.

Benefits

Cashback plans for eye care and dental

Gym, fitness and retail discounts

Donate a Day - an extra day off for charity

Ongoing mentoring and support

Qualifications

• Evidence of interest in the success of the company.
• Hold Full UK driving licence.
• Commitment to the company values.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of schemes in a designated area.
• Coordinate site work with Project Delivery Manager.
• Liaise with engineering departments for utility connections.
• Close out NCRs and incident reports promptly.
• Conduct team and quality audits on site.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Word and Excel

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to work within timescales and to deadlines

Must be able to multi-task

Job description

Aptus Utilities is looking for a Developing Project Manager to join our team in the Yorkshire area.

Overall Purpose of the role: To support and provide assistance to the Project Managers and Project Delivery Managers on a daily basis to progress into a competent and experienced Project Manager.

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for a portfolio of schemes in a designated geographical area
• Dealing with all aspects of site work from the initial pre-start meeting held by Project Delivery Manager and communicated to the Project Manager to allow multi utility installation connections
• Pre-start with developer site agents, pre-vetting plots and mains, communication with site agents
• Ordering materials for schemes based on approved designs
• Ordering of plant and road opening notices & traffic management for the schemes
• Managing direct and subcontract resources on site
• Team audits and quality audits to be completed on site
• Undertake measures of work ‘on site’ and track sheets are completed and submitted
• Make sure teams are completing as laids, check and return packs to CAD Collection of all paperwork in relation to operations work for submission to asset owners
• Liaise with water, gas and electric engineering departments to arrange necessary connections / jointing etc.
• Close out NCRs, incident reports, in timely manner as required

What we ask from you:

• Ability to work within timescales and to deadlines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate at all levels
• Understanding of and commitment to the company values
• Evidence of interest in, and commitment to, the success of the Aptus Utilities Limited
• Must be able to multi-task and keep calm under pressure
• Hold Full UK driving licence

What we can offer in return:

• Benefits include cashback plans including eye-care, dental & prescriptions, to name just a few….. please click on our benefits brochure to view further details
• Gym, fitness and retail discounts
• Donate a Day – we will gift you an extra day off each year to do something for charity or within the community
• Mentoring and ongoing guidance, not only to settle you into your role, but throughout your career with Aptus
• We promote physical and mental health and provide additional support to our employees via our Employer Assistance Program all year round

Location: Unit 2-4, New Court, Mildred Sylvester Way, Normanton, West Yorkshire, WF6 1TA

What’s next?

Please send your CV and contact details to [e-mail]. If you are shortlisted for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our People Team or the Hiring Manager, who will usually arrange a short telephone interview before arranging a face-to-face.