Avove

Who we are: Avove is a new, independent utilities infrastructure business, formed from the utilities division of leading infrastructure services company, Amey. We design, build and maintain the UK’s utilities infrastructure to help transform local communities for the better.  We are proud to work in partnership with our clients, including Severn Trent, United Utilities, Yorkshire Water, Scottish Water, Northern Powergrid and Scottish Power. The Role: Due to recent major project awards our team are looking for a Senior Project Manager to join the growing team. This is a full time permanent role and is based in the Vyrnwy area with flexible working available. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Project Management within the Utilities sector and will be motivated and focussed.  Responsibilities: Monitor and review all delivery and financial performance, and take corrective actions to address abnormalities, including updating commercial and finance teams through management and ownership of cost recons Liaise with our internal design team to ensure the clients expectations are met Liaise with individual stakeholders involved with various projects including local authorities, private land-owners, third party asset owners and customers to ensure the successful deliver of projects Create and maintain a programme throughout the pre-construction and ECI phases of a scheme and hand over to the delivery team for construction Liaise with the delivery team throughout the life cycle of a project to ensure its successful delivery Approve DSP Invoices and ensure payment within contract timescales Full accountability for safety and compliance auditing Skills & Experience: HNC Qualification or above preferably in an engineering discipline Preferably chartered Must be able to drive and have a current, valid driving licence Strong coaching, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills A good understanding of operational activities and trade skill Financial awareness and ability to work to budgets A working knowledge of disciplinary and capability procedures Demonstrable experience of a similar role in a construction environment Benefits: We offer a competitive salary that is based on proven skills and experience. Hard work is celebrated and rewarded. We recognise that one size doesn’t fit all so everyone has access to a variety of flexible benefits that work for you.   Min. 24 days holiday plus statutory holidays (option to buy more) Company pension scheme Life assurance A selection of lifestyle benefit options Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues  We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising Our main value is to “Move Life Forward” and we are committed to developing our colleagues and encouraging personal growth, in conjunction with a flexible working approach so everyone can thrive in an inclusive and open environment. We encourage you to apply for this role as soon as you can. We recognise talent waits for no one, so we progress candidates independently through all stages of recruitment process.

Design Technician - Water We understand the impact our work has on our society and the environment. It’s the difference we make that improves people’s lives and helps the economy to grow. We work alongside our customers to deliver resilient, bespoke infrastructure solutions that keep the taps running, the energy flowing and people connected. The work we do together matters. Do you enjoy solving real-life problems and creating a positive impact on society? Do you want to work flexibly in a way that empowers you? Within our Design Team, you’ll work with UK Water Companies and high-profile infrastructure organisations, giving you the unique opportunity to bring ground-breaking work to life. Your solutions will have impact, making a genuine difference to people’s lives.  You’ll work in a growing team that is inclusive, open-minded and where your professional development can thrive. This role is a hybrid working position based both from home and in the office in Birmingham. Key responsibilities:  Produce technically sound CAD related deliverables using 2D working under supervision. Be aware of health, safety and welfare e.g. Construction (Design and Management) Regulations and how theses safety principles might apply when designing Be able to comply with technical governance procedures Skills and Experience Have design or operational experience in a utility industry, ideally UK potable water Are computer literate and thoroughly conversant with the MS office suite. Have good communication skills in dealing with clients and colleagues. Apply a client focused approach to service delivery. Qualifications Level 2 qualification, i.e. minimum four GCSE’s at grades A* to C including mathematics, English and a recognised science subject. Benefits: We offer a competitive salary that is based on proven skills and experience. Hard work is celebrated and rewarded. We recognise that one size doesn’t fit all so everyone has access to a variety of flexible benefits that work for you.    Min. 24 days holiday plus statutory holidays (option to buy more) Company pension scheme Life assurance A selection of lifestyle benefit options  Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health firsters to support our colleagues   We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising. Our main value is to “Move Life Forward” and we are committed to developing our colleagues and encouraging personal growth, in conjunction with a flexible working approach so everyone can thrive in an inclusive and open environment.  We encourage you to apply for this role as soon as you can. We recognise talent waits for no one, so we progress candidates independently through all stages of recruitment process.

We understand the impact our work has on our society and the environment. It’s the difference we make that improves people’s lives and helps the economy to grow. We work alongside our customers to deliver resilient, bespoke infrastructure solutions that keep the taps running, the energy flowing and people connected. The work we do together matters. Due to recent major project awards our team, working on the Severn Trent Water contract, are looking for a Project Manager to join the growing team. This is a full time permanent role and is based in the Midlands area with flexible working available.  The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Project Management within the Utilities sector and will be motivated and focussed.  Responsibilities  Monitor and review all delivery and financial performance, and take corrective actions to address abnormalities, including updating commercial and finance teams through management and ownership of cost recons Liaise with our internal design team to ensure the clients expectations are met Liaise with individual stakeholders involved with various projects including local authorities, private land-owners, third party asset owners and customers to ensure the successful deliver of projects Create and maintain a programme throughout the pre-construction and ECI phases of a scheme and hand over to the delivery team for construction Liaise with the delivery team throughout the life cycle of a project to ensure its successful delivery Approve DSP Invoices and ensure payment within contract timescales Full accountability for safety and compliance auditing Skills & Experience HNC Qualification or above preferably in an engineering discipline  Preferably chartered Must be able to drive and have a current, valid driving licence Strong coaching, communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills A good understanding of operational activities and trade skill Financial awareness and ability to work to budgets A working knowledge of disciplinary and capability procedures Demonstrable experience of a similar role in a construction environment Benefits  We offer a competitive salary that is based on proven skills and experience. Hard work is celebrated and rewarded. We recognise that one size doesn’t fit all so everyone has access to a variety of flexible benefits that work for you.    Min. 24 days holiday plus statutory holidays (option to buy more) Company pension scheme Life assurance A selection of lifestyle benefit options  Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues   We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising  Our main value is to “Move Life Forward” and we are committed to developing our colleagues and encouraging personal growth, in conjunction with a flexible working approach so everyone can thrive in an inclusive and open environment.  We encourage you to apply for this role as soon as you can. We recognise talent waits for no one, so we progress candidates independently through all stages of recruitment process.

We understand the impact our work has on our society and the environment. It’s the difference we make that improves people’s lives and helps the economy to grow. We work alongside our customers to deliver resilient, bespoke infrastructure solutions that keep the taps running, the energy flowing and people connected. The work we do together matters.  Our business is currently going through a period of growth and we are now recruiting for a Senior Estimator to join our Commercial Team on a full time, permanent basis. You will prepare detailed analytical tenders and estimates from first principles within time constraints, Lead the estimating process on individual Bids, support and mentor junior members of estimating team. As the Senior Estimator you will contribute to Pricing Strategy, lead Tender review process, ensure all tenders are reviewed to identify lessons learnt and ensure that contract feedback is embedded into future beds. Reporting to the Principal Estimator you will be responsible for undertaking, overseeing and assisting with the management of and production, submission and negotiation of estimates and tenders.   Key responsibilities:  Assist with approvals process to ensure that all bids have the necessary approvals in accordance with company procedures Prepare detailed analytical tenders and estimates from first principles within defined timescales Liaise with other members of the Estimating and Operational teams to deliver high quality estimates and tender submissions Maintain and update records of tenders, including change control Prepare a comprehensive briefing pack for the Operational Project Teams on all successful tenders Participate in the detailed risk assessment process on all bids Ensure all tenders are fully reviewed by the Senior Manager/Director with appropriate financial authority Act as bid manager where required depending on the value and complexity of the tender Skills and Experience Excellent H&S awareness desired Environmental and Ecology awareness desired Water infrastructure competency  - Both Clean water and Waste Water infrastructure Be able to communicate programme and risk related issues to the bid planner. Commercially aware and highly numerate Advanced ability with Microsoft Office suite of products especially Excel and Word Knowledge of proprietary estimating systems is a distinct advantage although training in Estimating Software (e.g. Candy) will be provided if required. Have the ability to communicate complicated financial and contractual issues to senior management Have experience of producing multi-disciplined high value, high quality tender submissions up to £ 250m in value Candidate ideally would be very experienced from a clean water infrastructure background and knowledgeable in waste water infrastructure. Have knowledge of Customer standard forms of contract and their interaction with other standard forms Qualifications Degree qualified in relevant engineering technical or commercial discipline is desirable but not essential as experience will be taken into account MRICS or equivalent NEC 3 and 4 accreditation. Benefits: We offer a competitive salary that is based on proven skills and experience. Hard work is celebrated and rewarded. We recognise that one size doesn’t fit all so everyone has access to a variety of flexible benefits that work for you.    Min. 24 days holiday plus statutory holidays (option to buy more) Company pension scheme Life assurance A selection of lifestyle benefit options  Financial wellbeing programme Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health firsters to support our colleagues   We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising. Our main value is to “Move Life Forward” and we are committed to developing our colleagues and encouraging personal growth, in conjunction with a flexible working approach so everyone can thrive in an inclusive and open environment.  We encourage you to apply for this role as soon as you can. We recognise talent waits for no one, so we progress candidates independently through all stages of recruitment process.