Lead Cable Engineering Projects - Asset Renewal

Energy Jobline ZR; Kirkwhelpington; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer contributions

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Flexible benefits package

Job summary

Freedom is seeking a Project Manager for Cable Engineering (Asset) in the North-East region to lead Asset Replacement under the Northern Powergrid contract. You will drive safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery across multiple sites, coordinating a skilled team and maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires senior operational experience in utilities, knowledge of LV/HV networks, and a solid understanding of health and safety requirements.

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.
• NEBOSH/IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• A full UK Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Asset Replacement projects, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Lead and inspire Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Operatives.
• Act as primary liaison with Northern Powergrid and manage client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with HSQE policies and legal requirements.
• Manage multiple projects from planning through energisation and handover.
• Allocate resources effectively and monitor KPIs.
• Ensure timely documentation and clear stakeholder communication.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Commercial awareness

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH Health & Safety qualification

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

PRINCE2

APM

Job description

Freedom is seeking a Project Manager for Cable Engineering (Asset) in the North-East region to lead Asset Replacement under the Northern Powergrid contract. You will drive safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery across multiple sites, coordinating a skilled team and maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires senior operational experience in utilities, knowledge of LV/HV networks, and a solid understanding of health and safety requirements.