Overview

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide for employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us to make a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

Role location: Coventry, Derby and other sites on our patch. You’ll work within our Property Team. This is a critical role requiring a commitment of 37 hours per week, with WFH flexibility and travel to other sites as needed; a full UK driving licence is required.

What we’re looking for: ideally degree qualified with relevant water/construction industry experience in project and programme delivery. You will be a forward-thinking and innovative leader capable of managing multiple major capital projects, with experience of managing NEC projects and a proven track record of cost planning, budget management and responsibility.

This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact on the future of water supply while developing your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Skills and experience matter, but character, positivity and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome and celebrate diverse individuals who help us better serve our communities and seek people who get involved and want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

Responsibilities

• Work within the Severn Trent property team across Coventry, Derby and other sites on the patch.
• Lead or contribute to multiple major capital projects, including NEC projects, with cost planning and budgetary responsibility.
• Manage project delivery timelines and coordinate with cross-functional teams.
• Travel to other sites as required and maintain a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) with relevant water/construction industry experience in project and programme delivery.
• Experience managing NEC projects with a proven track record of cost planning and budget management.
• Ability to lead and innovate in a collaborative environment.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Salary starting from £50,793
• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (up to £2,250 per annum based on company performance)
• Leading pension scheme – double employer contribution up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%
• Sharesave – discounted Severn Trent Plc shares
• Dedicated training and development with our ‘Academy’
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Family friendly policies and two volunteering days per year

Next steps We can’t wait to hear from you. Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. You’ll be notified of the outcome after the closing date via phone and email.