Utilities Manager

Utilities Manager – Anwyl Homes Cheshire and North Wales 

From humble beginnings as the local joiner, founded by our great grandparents over 90 years ago, we became an award-winning builder of quality homes, now building around 800 new homes per year.

The Anwyl Group — comprised of Anwyl Homes, Anwyl Land and our joinery workshop — believes buildings are more than just bricks and mortar. We build places for people, and our thoughtful approach doesn’t stop there. 

Despite our growth, we remain true to our family values — from community funds benefiting local schools, groups and charities, to supporting our colleagues with an ever-expanding range of programmes and initiatives, people remain at the heart of everything we do.

Scope: In this role, you will manage utility connections, statutory authority, and third-party service works from project inception through to completion. This includes requesting quotations, assisting commercial colleagues with placing orders, and overseeing off-site and on-site works to ensure timely delivery.

Hours: Hours: 8.30am- 5.15pm (Mon- Thurs) 8.30am- 4.00pm (Fri)

Salary: Competitive salary + car allowance

Report to: Technical Director

Location: Ewloe, North Wales

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage utility connections and service works from feasibility through to completion.
• Secure Points of Connection (POCs) and arrange service diversions for new developments.
• Place utility orders promptly and manage installations to meet programme deadlines.
• Provide services information to support land appraisals and new business opportunities.
• Develop and communicate utility programmes for each project.
• Liaise with construction teams to agree strategies for utility connections.
• Support the Commercial team in procurement, including reviewing quotations and attending pre-order meetings.
• Ensure certifications for all connections and manage meter applications and installations.
• Implement robust test, inspection, and commissioning strategies.
• Assist site teams in securing temporary power and water supplies to serve compounds and temporary sales units (if applicable).
• Attend internal and external meetings as required.
• Ensure compliance with Anwyl Homes’ SHE policies, legal requirements, and best practices.

The successful candidate will have the following skills, experience and attributes:

Essential: 

• HNC or equivalent qualification.
• Knowledge of utilities legislation and processes for securing services.
• Experience in coordinating multi-utility works within the housebuilding sector.
• Strong understanding of technical aspects of service delivery.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Desirable: 

• Specialist utilities qualifications.
• Previous experience with a housebuilder or multi-utility contractor.
• AutoCAD experience.
• Understanding of NAVs approach.

Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Zurich – HealthHero
• Eyecare vouchers for Specsavers
• Perkbox
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Option to buy extra holidays
• Length of Service
• Death in Service
• Gym discount

Closing date is Friday 11th September 2026

Anwyl Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer.