Programme Manager – Developer Services – Water

October 5, 2020 | Comments Off on Programme Manager – Developer Services – Water

Programme Manager

Location: Exeter

Business Area: Kier Utilities- South West Water- Network Service Alliance

Permanent- Full Time

Delivering contracts. Creating communities. Developing careers.


Kier and its alliance with South West Water are passionate about water. We help to provide clean and waste water services to c. 1.7 million people in Cornwall, Devon, and parts of Somerset and Dorset.

In this role you will be responsible for managing the successful delivery of clean water Developer Services schemes to ensure they meet contractual Levels of Services. This means you will be managing the design team to ensure robust systems and processes are in place to monitor and deliver all steps through the end to end process of a scheme, initial receipt, outline design, estimating, detailed design, construction and close out. In addition, you will be building close client relationships which will be key to ensure communications are in place accurately and timely records are maintained to meet D-Mex requirements.

What do we need from you?

We are looking for someone who is strong, dynamic and a proactive manager that will support the delivery team in delivering the outcomes required. A solution finder with experience of renovation, developer or diversionary type schemes, as well as a water specialist who has excellent planning and co-ordination skills with a strong focus on adherence to programme for planned works. Experience on water related projects in clean and waste would also stand you in great stead to be successful, as well as demonstrable record of managing a programme of works for multiple concurrent schemes.

So, bring your talent and ambition to Kier and you'll enjoy the scope and opportunity to invest in your own future, to build your expertise and contribute to a rich and diverse culture. You can also expect a competitive salary and a strong benefits package that includes:
  • Company car (or car allowance)
  • Matched pension scheme up to 7.5%
  • Free Life Assurance
  • 26 days annual leave
  • Access to a range of attractive flexible benefit options to tailor your package to suit your lifestyles
  • Two employee Share Scheme options
  • Flexible and Agile working (dependent on your role)
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Private healthcare
  • Access to Kier Rewards, our exclusive Discount Shopping Site with deals available at over 800 retailers

    Pre-employment checks

    It's worth remembering that we'll undertake the relevant/ standard employment checks if you're successful in the selection process. This includes taking up your references, as well as checking your ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and your right to work in the UK. Some roles may also be subject to further pre-employment checks.

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Applications closing on 19th October 2020