Development Evaluation Manager

Are you a strategic thinker who can motivate others to accomplish goals and objectives?

Do you want to work for the South West's largest employer?

We currently have an opportunity available for a Development Evaluation Manager to join our team based in Exeter, with the role covering our full geographic remit including Bournemouth. Joining us on a full-time, permanent basis you will receive a competitive salary of £39,000 - £46,000 per annum plus excellent benefits.

About the Development Evaluation Manager role:

You will be responsible for evaluating the impact of new developments on our existing water and wastewater network. When hydraulic incapacity is identified, you will be expected to design solutions that will reduce the risk of future serviceability issues.

Responsibilities as ourDevelopment Evaluation Manager include:

• Liaising with local planning authorities to ensure the integration of local plans within South West Waters long-term development strategy, and influencing authorities (and other stakeholders) in terms of priority and phasing of developments to align business needs
• Building new and strengthen existing working relationships with our Developer Services team to ensure all pre-planning consultation and point of connection applications are available for review
• Using a development risk appraisal tool to identify if the existing supply and collection networks have the hydraulic capacity to accept the new/planned development(s) and categorising the proposal into 'high' or 'low' risk
• Completing detailed hydraulic modelling and engineering evaluations on high risk developments, carrying out solution optioneering, and considering whole life costs and co-creation opportunities during solution selections so long term financial benefits are maximised
• Working with colleagues within the delivery team to ensure projects achieve agreed objectives
• Developing and maintaining appropriate IT systems and databases to ensure information is easily available for other uses
• Managing and reporting on the financial spend of our Infrastructure renewal investment programmes
• Liaising closely with the Catchment Asset Management teams and the responsive investment planning teams to ensure a culture of information sharing is created

Skills and experience we are looking for in our Development Evaluation Manager:

• Degree or equivalent in a related subject (Engineering or Science)
• Technical expert in solution development and infrastructure planning
• Extensive stakeholder engagement which involves influencing/negotiating to achieve desired outcomes
• Awareness and understanding of current and emerging water industry legislation, policies including Drainage and Wastewater Management Plans.

What's in it for you:

We know that the support and commitment of our staff is key to our success so you will receive the opportunity for ongoing development and training for a long-term career with us. We're one of the largest companies in the South West and are proud to have been awarded Investors in People recognition.

In return as our Development Evaluation Manager, we will offer an excellent range of benefits including:

• Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays
• A discretionary Bonus
• Competitive Contributory Pension
• Access to the Company Sharesave Scheme
• Various health benefits
• And more!

Be yourself, we like it that way. Together, we will build a culture of belonging, where inclusion is instinctive. Diversity is our strength and a reflection of our communities. We care, we value everyone, we celebrate uniqueness.

South West Water is part of the Pennon Group, a very successful and stable business that prides itself on sustainability. We provide reliable, efficient and high-quality drinking water and wastewater services for a population of c. 1.7 million in Cornwall, Devon, and parts of Somerset and Dorset.

We believe that by investing in the future of our region, we are not only improving the quality of life for today's residents and visitors but are also taking responsibility for future generations. Responsibility for the environment is central to this. Our aim is to continually drive-up standards, particularly in the areas that matter most to our customers.

Our core values which are essential to our success are:

• Trusted - We do the right thing for our customers and stakeholders.
• Collaborative - We forge strong relationships working together to make a positive impact.
• Responsible - We keep our promises to our customers, communities, and each other.
• Progressive - We are always looking for new ways to improve and make life better.

Closing date: Thursday 9th December 2021

If you are looking for a new challenge, please click apply now to be considered as our Development Evaluation Manager -we look forward to receiving your application.