Project Manager NEW Freedom Group Posted today Competitive 4146

NG Bailey Group; England; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering company is seeking a Project Manager for its Cable Engineering Services contract with Northern Powergrid. The successful candidate will lead project delivery, manage a team, and ensure compliance with safety standards. The role requires experience in utilities or power distribution, strong leadership skills, and a relevant health and safety qualification. Benefits include a competitive salary, employer-contributed pension, annual leave, and flexible benefits.

Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Flexible benefits including Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior operational role within cable installation, utilities, or power distribution.
• Full UK Driving Licence required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for Asset Replacement work.
• Lead and motivate a team of Field Managers and Engineers.
• Manage multiple projects from planning to handover.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Commercial awareness

Knowledge of LV/HV cable networks

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent

Project Management qualification (PRINCE2, APM)

Job description

Project Manager – Cable Engineering (Asset)

Location: North-East England

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Up to £52.5k + Company Vehicle + Flexible Benefits

Freedom has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to lead the delivery of our Cable Engineering Services contract with Northern Powergrid, focusing on Asset Replacement. You’ll ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of projects across the region.

Key Deliverables

• Oversee day-to-day operations for Asset Replacement work, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Lead and motivate a team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Operatives.
• Act as the main point of contact with Northern Powergrid and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with HSQE policies and legal requirements.
• Manage multiple projects from planning to energisation and handover.
• Allocate resources effectively and monitor performance against KPIs.
• Ensure timely submission of documentation and liaise with stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a senior operational role within cable installation, utilities, or power distribution.
• Knowledge of LV/HV cable networks, ideally in a DNO environment.
• Strong leadership, client management, and commercial awareness.
• NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience with Northern Powergrid contracts.
• Streetworks knowledge.
• Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM).

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