Project Manager Asset Replacement

NG Bailey Group; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 46,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent engineering firm in the UK seeks a Project Manager for the Asset Replacement programme. You will manage multiple projects, ensuring compliance and strong client relationships. A strong background in project management within utilities, understanding of distribution operations, and relevant qualifications are essential. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £55k along with a company vehicle and diverse benefits. This position is pivotal in supporting project delivery across the North East.

Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance and Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Strong project management experience is essential.
• Good understanding of distribution network operations required.
• Knowledge of project financials and cost control is vital.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple small projects from initiation to completion.
• Oversee all financial aspects of projects and maintain compliance.
• Lead project teams to meet productivity and safety expectations.

Skills

Project management experience within utilities or distribution networks

Understanding of distribution network operations

Knowledge of project financials and cost control

Understanding of Health & Safety, including CDM

Education

NVQ/ONC/HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Formal project management qualification

IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS safety qualification

Tools

NRSWA accreditation

Job description

Project Manager – Asset Replacement

Location: North East Region

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £55k + Company Car / Company Van + Flexible Benefits

Freedom’s Networks team has an opportunity for a Project Manager to support the delivery of small works within the Asset Replacement programme across the North East. You will ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective project delivery while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Key Deliverables

• Manage multiple small projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring safe and compliant delivery.
• Oversee all financial aspects of projects, including costing and invoicing for additional works.
• Lead and support project teams to meet productivity, safety, and quality expectations.
• Monitor and report progress to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all operatives follow safety rules, risk assessments, and method statements.
• Liaise with clients, council representatives, engineers, and the general public.
• Maintain site safety, complete risk assessments, and escalate SHE concerns where required.
• Conduct site inspections and ensure completion of any remedial actions.
• Ensure all statutory records, licences, notifications, and documentation are in place and up to date.
• Prepare project safety documentation, CDM plans, and risk assessments.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong project management experience within utilities or distribution networks.
• Good understanding of distribution network operations.
• Knowledge of project financials and cost control.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety, including CDM.
• NVQ/ONC/HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS or similar safety qualification.
• NRSWA accreditation.
• Formal project management qualification (preferred).
• NPg authorisations (beneficial).

Benefits

• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
• Private Medical Insurance
• Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
• Personal development programme

Next Steps

As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation.

We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

About Us

Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training.

Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies.

Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.

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