Program Manager
Lanes GroupEngland, United Kingdom
Posted November 6, 2025
40000 - 40000 GBP year
Full Time
About the Company
Lanes Group is the UK’s leading specialist provider of drainage, utility, and asset maintenance services, delivering comprehensive solutions for water utilities, rail, highways, energy, and commercial properties. Founded in 1992, the company combines industry‑leading technology—CCTV surveys, no‑dig pipe rehabilitation, robotic cutting—with a rigorous safety culture to tackle everything from emergency drain repairs to large‑scale infrastructure projects. Its competitive edge lies in state‑of‑the‑art equipment, continuous training, and sustainable practices that minimise environmental impact while maintaining high reliability and cost‑effectiveness. A dedicated team of skilled professionals places customer satisfaction at the core, ensuring safe, efficient, and dependable service across the UK. Lanes Group’s commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence makes it a trusted partner for critical infrastructure maintenance.
Job Description
We are recruiting for a Program Manager to join our team, delivering exceptional customer service and innovative operational solutions across the Midlands area. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a high-performing team, working on critical infrastructure projects that make a real difference to communities.
Requirements
- Proven experience in programme coordination, scheduling, or planning within the utilities or wastewater sector.
- Strong understanding of reactive wastewater network maintenance, including repair and survey processes.
- Knowledge of work promotion and scheduling processes within Severn Trent Water or similar water companies.
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between different teams.
- Ability to analyse and validate operational data to ensure accurate scheduling.
- Experience managing works requiring customer access and traffic management considerations.
- Familiarity with scheduling software and operational planning tools used within water industry contracts.
- Knowledge of STW’s regulatory and performance drivers, particularly pollution and flooding response.
- Experience managing teams within an operational environment.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday allowance plus bank holidays.
- Pension
- Death in service
- Free car parking