traffic management jobs

Streetworks Manager

At Lanes Group nothing is more important than the health, safety and well-being of our people and our customers. It’s a major reason we are the UK’s largest independent specialist infrastructure delivery partner of choice with a turnover in excess of £530 million, (EBITDA £45m), with over 4,000 brilliant people and a countrywide network of operational locations. Our services cover the majority of the FTSE 100 & 250 respectfully.

Strong leadership being at our heart, supporting our people ensuring they are engaged with purpose, rewarded and recognised whilst delivering absolute exacting operational excellence being a leading entity and enviable delivery team embracing quality and compliance in our overarching delivery, one of our fundamental key differentiators.

In this critical role of ensuring our organisation is known for being the best in everything we do, known for leaving a legacy of absolute quality and compliance and keeping our promises at all times is our absolute mantra.

The Streetwork Manager's purpose is for the administration of all Streetwork permits and notices related to Metering. Ensuring work is carried out in accordance with the Traffic Management Act 2004 (TMA) and the New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA). The role involves particular focus on coordination of work with our planning and scheduling teams to enable operational delivery in compliance with relevant legislation.

Position: Streetworks Manager

Location: Customer Solutions Centre, Slough Head Office (Slough; Berkshire)

Job Type: permanent, full-time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours (start times to be discussed on interview)

Salary: Depending upon experience

Benefits: 24 days holiday prorated (plus bank holidays); health cash plan; onsite parking; onsite restaurant; auto enrolment pension scheme; personal learning.

STRICTLY NO AGENCIES PLEASE

About the Role:

Due to continued growth and development, we are now looking for customer focused people to join us in our Utility Division, working on our Thames Water contract service to deliver real and effective solutions to recruitment problems.

• Manage the co-ordination of Street Works throughout the Thames Water Contract, liaising with Statutory Undertakers, County Divisions and Agents, Emergency Services, etc.
• Facilitate and broker solutions to network occupancy conflicts, making unilateral decisions where necessary.
• Supervise the use of, and operate the Street Works Register to manage the planning of works and events being organised on the highway.
  
• Lead the development and continuing application of policies, systems, processes, standards and QA mechanisms for the management and control of penalties for failure to meet with the requirements of appropriate legislation.
• Assess applications for and issue licences where appropriate for skips, scaffolds, hoardings, oversails, banners over the highway and any other future related issues.
• Any other reasonable adhoc tasks, duties or projects requested by management.
  
• Be aware of all Lanes Group policies and your responsibilities towards them.

So if you enjoy working in a dynamic team, providing expert Streetworks support across the business, where no two days are the same and want to join a growing company that values your expertise - while also investing in your professional development and career progression - then we are the right Company for you.

What is essential is the ability to work proactively and professionally, quickly assessing Streetworks issues and delivering practical and efficient solutions to support your team of Streetworks Coordinators and our field teams, ensuring a positive and productive workplace.

About You:

The ideal candidate will:

• Be hard working and respectful
• Comply with health and safety standards.
• Have managerial experience and strong leadership skills.
  
• Be experienced in Streetworks Planning.
• Have great interpersonal skills to create relationships with the team, engineers, and wider Lanes Group network.
• Have knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Google Suite.
• Have solid communication skills (both written and verbal) with professional telephone etiquette.
• Be resourceful and proactive.
• Multi-task, prioritise, work under pressure and on own initiative.
• Have the ability to deal with people at different levels.

At Lanes Group, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We believe that our differences make us stronger and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. Join us in our commitment to creating a more inclusive and diverse world.

Lanes Group are a signatory of the 'Charter for Employer Positive About Mental Health' run by Mindful Employer.