Utilities Coordinator

Berkeley Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job description

Utilities Coordinator

Department: Technical

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Taplow, Buckinghamshire

Description

Berkeley Oxford & Chiltern is a proud member of the Berkeley Group, passionate about making a difference and delivering sustainable developments, continuously adapting to improve each development for the communities they serve.

We are committed to working in partnership and collaboration to continue to build fantastic homes in amazing places. No two Berkeley developments are the same and our bespoke approach sets us apart from our competitors. We are constantly evolving and refining as a company to develop some of the most complex sites into successful mixed-use developments. We have the skills and know-how to take on a wide range of developments from difficult refurbishments, high rise apartments, large detached properties and even thatched roofs.

At the heart of everything we do is a strong team of people committed to achieving exceptional levels of customer service, delivering high quality homes where vibrant and sustainable communities have been created. Our people and the incredible projects that we deliver are amongst the best reasons that we come to work every day. We work hard and what we do is challenging, but it is hugely meaningful and we have fun together. It is clear that we enjoy what we do, the difference we make to society and we are very proud of the people that make up Berkeley. We have a culture that is rooted in attention to detail, strong communication, and a huge feeling of ownership and pride.

The role

• Arrange Disconnections / Diversions / Off Site Works.
• Arrange New Services Requirements – Service Trench – LL requirements – Meter Arrangements 1Phase/3Phase/CT Meter – EV Arrangements – Meter Locations – TBS requirements – Water – Gas – Electric – Comms Openreach Hyperoptics.
• Arrange Quotations/ Tenders.
• Arrange Design for Approval. Confirming Routes, Meter Locations, POC, order of build, infrastructure location i.e. comms chambers, easement.
• Provide site with Services Files.
• Work with Solicitors to arrange and complete Legal.
• Arrange pre-site start meeting.
• Arrange MPANs MPRNs, & register with Meter Supplier.
• Arrange Meter Contracts – LLs, EV, TBS.
• Arrange Remedials for adoption.
• Arrange Meter Contract Renewals.
• Arrange disconnections of TBS as required.
• Assist and liaise with Customer Services, Estates and Accounts.
• Assist Land and Planning with information gathering for potential new site.
• Assist Site teams with escalations and attending meetings on site.
• Arrange invoices to be paid in timely manner.

Experience required

• Background in construction, utilities, or infrastructure projects essential.
• Experience working with electricity, gas, water, and telecoms providers.
• Knowledge of utility design, installation, and connection processes.
• Understanding of land and planning regulations related to utilities.
• Experience arranging utility disconnections, diversions, and new connections.
• Familiarity with MPANs (electricity), MPRNs (gas), and meter registrations.
• Understanding of one-phase/three-phase electricity, EV charging infrastructure, and metering arrangements.
• Ability to read and interpret utility drawings, site plans, and easements.

Why join us?

• 25 days annual leave, increasing with service to 33 days.
• Health and wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance.
• Lifestyle benefits including access to an online discount platform.
• Berkeley Foundation volunteer day.
• Private pension plan.
• Group life assurance.

The standard default full-time working hours in the office are 8am-5pm with core working hours 9am-4pm.