Project Manager

Last Mile Group; Northampton; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 70,000

Job description

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Working Hours: Monday-Thursday 08:30-17:00 and Friday 08:30-16:00

Location: Northampton

Closing Date: 30/04/2025

Job Category: Construction and Project Management

Company: UKPS

Contractual Base: Remote / Home-based

Job Introduction

Project Manager – Northampton

Step into a leading multi-utilities company that champions innovation and service excellence. At UKPS (part of the Last Mile Group), we take pride in delivering multi-utility schemes throughout various sectors, to the highest of standards. Our dedicated Midlands and East of England team are expanding and are seeking a talented Project Manager, located within Northampton area to join the team.

As a Project Manager at UKPS (part of the Last Mile Group), you will report into the Regional Construction Manager, and will be charged with the delivery of a multi-utility (Electric, Gas & Water) project portfolio for network connections to Residential, Residential/Commercial, and Industrial customers.

What’s in it for you as a Project Manager?

• 25 days holiday, increasing after 2 years by 1 day each year up to 30 days, plus 9 public holidays (Mandatory Christmas shut down)
• Discretionary bonus
• EV and ULEV salary sacrifice scheme (subject to minimum length of service)
• Cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme
• Up to 7% employer pension contribution
• Life assurance (x4 annual basic salary)
• Refer a friend incentive
• Wagestream
• Employee assistance programme
• Flexible start and finish times for eligible roles*
• Private medical insurance*
• Company sick pay*

*Some of our benefits are only applicable when you have successfully completed your probation period*

Your responsibilities as a Project Manager:

• Delivery of multi-utility infrastructure, including but not limited to:
• Plan and supervise multi-utility work inclusive of cable/pipe jointing, substation/PRI installation, excavation & reinstatement in the highway, cable/pipe installation, commissioning, and energisation.
• Produce financial project forecasts. Review, plan and control project finance in line with allocated budgets.
• Prepare Work Instructions, Risk Assessments & Method Statements via online systems.
• Promote and demonstrate a culture of Safety, Health, Environmental awareness and quality at all times.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and always demonstrate consummate professionalism.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Significant experience (3 years min), working with ICP, DNO, IDNO in a project delivery/control/management position.
• Experienced in managing internal and external labour for the installation of Multiple Services, including:
• HV/LV cable.
• Cable jointing.
• Switchgear installation.
• Gas Mains infrastructure.
• Water Mains infrastructure.
• Strong Financial appreciation and proven record of budgetary management and control.
• Solid organisational ability and strong influencing skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team, with excellent communication skills.
• Customer service orientated, and a desire to achieve the best results and contribute to the success of UKPS.
• Demonstrable approach to problem resolution.
• Full UK Driving License.
• Previous experience of power distribution or gas/water networks.
• Qualification in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering e.g. City & Guilds, ONC, HNC & HND. (Equivalent Engineering qualifications may be considered).
• NEBOSH.
• Degree in Engineering or Project Management discipline.
• SMSTS.
• ILM level 3 or above.

Have you got the drive to go to the Last Mile as a Project Manager? Apply now!

We aim to keep candidates informed throughout the process and encourage you to apply promptly as we may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

About us:

We are UKPS; a fast-growing Multi-utility Independent Connections Provider (ICP) part of the Last Mile infrastructure. We are fully accredited under the NERS, GIRS & WIRS schemes to carry out the turnkey provision of multi-utility infrastructure and subsequent connections to new build housing, residential, commercial, and industrial projects.

At Last Mile, we are one of the UK’s largest Independent Network Owners, owning and operating in excess of 500,000 gas, electricity, water, and wastewater connections serving residential and commercial customers. Last Mile Asset Management adopt and operate electricity, gas, water and wastewater, and ground source heat/cooling networks that are designed, installed, and commissioned by Lloyds accredited Independent Connection providers (ICPs).

At UKPS & Last Mile, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse working environment, where employee wellbeing is at the forefront in making sure our people feel valued. We provide tailored ongoing training and development, but most importantly, long term career opportunities for you to grow with us. If you are motivated to succeed and have a ‘can-do’ attitude, we would love to hear from you!