Job Title: Operations Manager (ICP Substations) Location: UKHours of work: 8.00-17.00 hrsReports To: Contracts ManagerABOUT US‘Engineering excellence through proficiency.’ReachActive provides specialist engineering services across the power, multi-utility and building services sectors within the UK and Ireland. We are a forward thinking and innovative contractor adept at recognising business opportunity, identifying gaps in the market and delivering total solutions that meet the needs and exceed all expectations of our clients.ReachActive provides its clients with a single source of specialist project resources and services. This approach has led to its five complementary divisions, which provide an unrivalled breadth & depth of engineering services.DIVISIONSMulti-utility installations and diversionsOverhead power linesSubstationsUnderground power networksBuilding servicesOUR VISIONOur vision is to be the foremost utility engineering and building systems provider in the UK and Ireland.MISSION STATEMENTThrough dedication, collaboration, innovation and honest evaluation ReachActive will continue on its path of sustainable progression for the benefit of its staff, clients and the communities in which it operates.OUR VALUESSafety – continuous promotion of a safety culture targeting zero harmTeamwork – collaborating and benefiting from working togetherRespect – for staff, clients, communities and the environmentIntegrity – delivering on promisesVision – being open to all possibilitiesExcellence – dedicated to high quality in all ReachActive doesReachActive continuously evaluate performance against our STRIVE values.The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.ROLE PROFILE:The post holder is responsible for working with the Contracts Manager in delivering their project’s to meet the high level objectives of the Business and for ensuring that each project team delivers to the project remit, within budget and to a programme as agreed with the Business and the Client. The post holder will interface internally through their teams and externally with the Client to ensure project awareness is communicated widely.You will have a utility background and will become a key member of our team, providing a focal point for all project activities whilst assisting in developing a business strategy and growth going forward.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:You'll be involved in Project Management of multiple projects, whilst supporting a wider team of Project Managers and Site Managers.You’ll be responsible for the leadership and ownership of all works associated with the RA projects that you are managingYou will engage with the relevant RA teams in the delivery of pre-design, safety management, subcontractor evaluation & management, client engagement and overall project management.Managing internal and external resourcesAssist in providing engineering solutionsAssist in financial reporting, process management and quality assurance to appropriate standards. You will work with our commercial and procurement team from a technical perspective to establish Framework agreements with multiple contractors to undertake these aspects of our projects, which varies from small reactive works to large planned infrastructure projects where subcontractor awards extend.You will liaise with the Client’s and Stakeholders on your projects, providing excellent customer service to meet and exceed the client’s expectations.Be aware of and promote Reach Active Group Limited Health and Safety policies and risk management.Responsible for the completing and issuing of all required Site Documentation form your team on a daily, weekly and monthly basis, including JSSP,DWR, H&S documentation, KPI documentation and Client / Project reports.You will be responsible for ensuring that all process involved in the traceability of documentation is adhered to by your delivery team i.e. VISIONSKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:Experience in the utility sector is essential with respect to site management and product and sector experience and site conditions, together with the law within the construction industry would be essential in this role. The role requires good customer service, good people skills, and excellent organisation skills.Key Competencies:• Customer Service• Team Work• Organisation and Planning• Health and Safety• Risk ManagementESSENTIAL:Installation of 11kV Switchgear (panel boards and Packaged substations) Commissioning of switchgear Earth testing Jointing appreciation Substation access up to and including 132kV Understanding of G81 or DNO equivalent Substation base installation experienceKnowledge of DNO equipment Experience in managing contract conditions e.g. NEC/JCTICP Management (Civils and Electrical)CSCS Professional Card (White) or Engineering Services Skill Card (Black)IT LiterateFirst Aid at Work (3 Day Qualification)Full UK Driving LicenseDESIRED:NRSWA (Supervisor) HNC/HND Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering degree or equivalent relevant industry qualification City & Guilds Basic Electrical TheoryLifting Operations Appointed Person (AP)Confined Spaces Appointed Person (AP)Confined Space Entry CertificationCable Winch Operations Certification.Asbestos Awareness.Manual HandlingAdditional Information:The role may require to travel to all company sites in London & South East and throughout the UK, with occasional overnight stays, as and when required.Due to the nature of our works, there is, within reason, a requirement for all Managers to cover out of hours works i.e. weekends and on some occasion’s nights to support the project teams.