Utilities Manager

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Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Dublin.

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The Opportunity

The Utilities Manager will assume responsibility for assisting the Land, Property and Planning Manager in managing utilities for the Scheme on which they have been deployed to facilitate a seamless and efficient delivery of Core Bus Corridor Infrastructure Works (CBCIW) on-time and within budget. The role holder will oversee the implementation of appropriate structures a put in place to ensure utilities are managed to the satisfaction of the NTA. In addition, the Utilities Manager will coordinate with external utility asset owners where required, facilitating strategic alignment meetings to discuss the impact of Scheme delivery and arranging agreements with these companies on how Schemes will interact with their existing infrastructure.

As an Utilities Managerat Arup, you will:

• Have 7+ years' experience in utilities management and at least 5 years' experience carrying out utilities management activities across the project lifecycle through to completion in high value road and / or infrastructure projects or projects of a similar scale and complexity to CBCIW.
• Further demonstrated experience and knowledge in the following is desirable:
• Delivering engineering solutions and results in dynamic urban environments;
• Coordinating of utilities and other third party works on construction projects;
• Managing ducting infrastructure, including coordination of proofing and repair projects;
• Managing reinstatements of third-party works (e.g. underground telecoms roadworks in national roads);
• Inspecting third-party roadworks;
• Supervising contractors' performance to ensure works are undertaken in compliance with contract specifications and all other contractual requirements;
• Interface management with third parties;
• Recording the quality of the contractors' works, including issuing non- conformance notices;
• Driving best practice in technical activities, processes, policies and standards;
• In-depth understanding of the design and delivery requirements of technically complex projects in the architectural, engineering or construction sectors;
• Safety processes and requirements of designing and constructing road projects in a live urban environment;
• Dealing with a range of stakeholders at all levels across the organisation influencing the improvement of processes and providing guidance to support project delivery and reporting; and
• Knowledge of quality management and process improvement practices and systems is desirable, preferably within the construction sector.

Skill and Qualifications

• Required to have a bachelor's degree in a construction related discipline
• Safepass accreditation is desirable.
• Chartered member of a relevant professional body e.g. Chartered Engineer (ICE, IEI or equivalent) is desirable.

Does this role inspire you?

We also value:

• Ability to manage multiple technical requirements and teams within a construction environment;
• Fully proficient in the use of MS Office applications and other project tools and methodologies;
• Excellent communication (both verbal and written) and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to create a collaborative culture across the project team;
• Ability to govern and drive outcomes to ensure high quality service delivery;
• Ability to deal with and resolve unforeseen risks and issues;
• Excellent stakeholder negotiation and management skills;
• Strong team leadership skills with an ability to influence to drive effective decision making;
• Ability to step back from the detail and take a holistic overview;
• Ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and deliver consistent service;
• High level of attention to detail;
• Ability to manage client expectations and deliver within agreed parameters; and
• Ability to work in a challenging environment both on their own initiative and as part of a team.

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Wellbeing and Culture: At Arup we are committed to fostering a healthy working culture byoffering a range of health and wellbeing benefits, including health insurance, flexible working schemes, wellness programmes and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to embed inclusion in our way of working, our interactions with one another and the projects we deliver. We are committed to creating an inclusive working environment for talented people of any background, based on merit, fairness and respect.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.

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