Project Co-Ordinator

Our people are what makes Severn Trent a truly exciting and inclusive place to work. We’re a team of over 9,000 people with a purpose to deliver one of life’s essentials, and we do it all while thriving in our unique culture.

At Severn Trent, we’re embarking on an exciting £415m project to replace 870 miles of old water pipes across the Midlands – and we want you to be part of it. This is the biggest investment in water infrastructure in the region in a decade, and it’s set to improve water quality, reduce leaks, and make our water supply even more reliable for millions of people.

To bring this vision to life, we’re creating new jobs across the region. Whether you’re based in Birmingham, Nottingham, or anywhere in between, we’ve got opportunities for you to help shape the future of water in the Midlands. The new pipes we’re installing will last for up to 100 years.

This is your opportunity to play a part in this transformation!

We are looking for a Project Co-Ordinator to come in and support the Assistant Programme Managers.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

We are looking for a Project Co-Ordinator who will be supporting the Assistant Programme Managers, the Project Co-Ordinator is primarily responsible for the co-ordination of supply chain requirements (equipment, fittings, materials, plant etc), ensuring these have been ordered, costed in plan and arranged to arrive at the relevant time for the scheme. Reporting to the Programme Manager for the North region. The Project Co-Ordinator will work closely with the Assistant Programme managers to ensure that all Mains Renewal activity runs smoothly. This role will ensure that compliance is kept up to date, such as cost tracking & legal paperwork.

Key responsibilities will include:

Support with the end-to-end scheme coordination, planning & scheduling resource, equipment and forecasting cost and delivery profiles.

Responsible for the selection of project area based upon strict affordability and benefit criteria.

Support with the planning, ordering & coordinating of all plant, equipment, materials & fittings for the scheme as well as liaising with supply chain to proactively manage accurate delivery dates in line with programme timeline.
Ensure all materials and equipment has been costed within the plan and are organised to arrive at the relevant time as needed for the scheme.

Ensuring SAP or relevant systems are up to date with the latest delivery and cost figures relating to relevant schemes.

If there is a change to project scope the Project Co-Ordinator will provide support directly to onsite construction teams to arrange emergency equipment/plant/tools if required.

Support Assistant Programme Managers to ensure that all documentation including CDM and legal documents are up to date and collated for all schemes.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

The successful candidate will project management experience in some capacity. Having worked within the utilities or water industry would be beneficial. Full UK Driving License will be required as this role will be travelling to different sites across a region.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Working here isn’t just a job. You can build a career at Severn Trent. We’ll reward you for it, too. We have a range of benefits that recognise great work, and award-winning training to help you reach your potential. And we’ll also help you play your part in looking after the environment and the communities where we live.

With that in mind, here are just some of our favourite's perks that you’ll get being part of the Seven Trent family:

25 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/ sell up to 5 days per year)
Annual bonus scheme (of up to £1,500 per annum based on company performance)
Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent Plc shares at a discounted rate
Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
Family friendly policies
Two volunteering days per year

At Severn Trent, you’ll be joining a culture that cares, one that works together to achieve, grow, and develop. And when it comes to our employee engagement scores – they’re some of the highest of energy and utility companies globally and we believe that is down to our wonderful culture, created by our wonderful people.

WHATS NEXT?

We can’t wait to hear from you.

Before you apply, you’ll need an updated copy of your CV and about five minutes to spare.

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