Cable Engineering Project Lead – Asset Replacement

Energy Jobline ZR; Wheatley Hill; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 8%

25 days annual leave

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Private medical insurance

EAP (24/7)

Flexible benefits

Development programme

Job summary

Freedom is recruiting a Project Manager – Cable Engineering (Asset) to lead the Asset Replacement work for Northern Powergrid in the North-East England region. You will drive safe, efficient delivery of multiple projects, managing a diverse team and maintaining strong client relations.

The role requires senior operational experience in utilities or cable networks, NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent safety qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Senior operational experience in cable installation, utilities or power distribution.
• Knowledge of LV/HV cables in a DNO environment preferred.
• Strong leadership, client management and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day Asset Replacement projects, delivering on time and within budget.
• Lead Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers and Operatives.
• Serve as primary contact with Northern Powergrid and manage client relations.
• Ensure compliance with HSQE policies and legal requirements.
• Manage multiple projects from planning to energisation and handover.
• Allocate resources and monitor KPIs.
• Ensure timely submission of documentation and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Cable installation

Utilities experience

Leadership

Client management

Commercial awareness

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent

Job description

Freedom is recruiting a Project Manager – Cable Engineering (Asset) to lead the Asset Replacement work for Northern Powergrid in the North-East England region. You will drive safe, efficient delivery of multiple projects, managing a diverse team and maintaining strong client relations.

The role requires senior operational experience in utilities or cable networks, NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent safety qualifications, and a full UK driving licence. A comprehensive benefits package is offered.