Location: Southam (CV47 1NQ)
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. We’re seeking to recruit a Utilities Coordinator to join our team.
This position holder will be responsible for the approval of ‘Permit to works’ and protection of utility assets within a sector of the EKFB works on the HS2 project. The Utility Coordinator will work independently of the Construction team and existing utilities teams to ensure that the Utility-Owner plans, service drawings (GIS) and ‘As Built’ records are current and available to the construction teams to support all works around utilities.
The Utilities Coordinator will review and approve all plans to break ground and ensure works are being planned in accordance with the ‘Breaking Ground Activities and Utility Detection Standard’. They will support the site teams in achieving a fully compliant and safe delivery of all works in the utilities sphere while striving for best practice in all matters related to utilities - including ensuring compliance with EKFB’s Underground and Overhead Services guidelines. The Utilities Coordinator will act as a point of contact with services providers for coordination of access requirements or if issues on site.
The Utilities Coordinator will liaise with the Utilities Construction Managers to ensure that there is effective coordination of incoming ‘As-Built’ information and this is captured in accordance with EKFBs policies.
About The Candidate
Key Skills and Qualifications:
SMSTS
IOSH Avoiding Danger form Underground Services or EUSR or NVQ Equivalent
Understanding of Overhead (GS6) and Underground (HSG47) procedures and constraints in working around of multi-utility’s.
Knowledge of Statutory Undertakers safety and control procures
Understanding of GIS
HAUC, HS2 Act, Self lay process, Assurance & PPAs, Utility Regulations to inform project management of various design, construction and connection works with Statutory Undertakers.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
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Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ
£40,000 - £50,000 per annum
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- EKFB is looking for a Utilities Coordinator to join their team in Southam, responsible for managing utility assets for the HS2 project.
- The role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in a related field and offers a salary of £45,000 per year.
- Key responsibilities include approving 'Permit to works', ensuring compliance with utility standards, and coordinating with service providers.
- Candidates must possess qualifications such as SMSTS and IOSH, along with a strong understanding of utility procedures and GIS.
- Excellent communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with construction teams and utility managers.
