Asset Replacement Project Manager – Cable Engineering

Energy Jobline ZR; Houghton-le-Spring; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with a leading provider

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days

Private Medical Insurance

Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including Dental, Gy

Job summary

Freedom is seeking a Project Manager for Cable Engineering (Asset) in the North-East England region to lead Asset Replacement projects for Northern Powergrid, ensuring safe, timely, and within-budget delivery.

You will manage a team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers and Operatives, maintain daily contact with the client, and ensure HSQE compliance and successful handovers. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• 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 Health & Safety qualification.
• A full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for Asset Replacement work, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Lead and inspire a dynamic team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Operatives.
• Act as the primary point of contact with Northern Powergrid, fostering 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 maintain communication with stakeholders.

Skills

Senior operations

Cable networks

Leadership

Health & Safety

Driving license

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH

Job description

Freedom is seeking a Project Manager for Cable Engineering (Asset) in the North-East England region to lead Asset Replacement projects for Northern Powergrid, ensuring safe, timely, and within-budget delivery.

You will manage a team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers and Operatives, maintain daily contact with the client, and ensure HSQE compliance and successful handovers. The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a pension plan.