Project Manager

NG Bailey; Barnard Castle; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension with employer contributions

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Car scheme

Private medical insurance

Employee assistance

Job summary

NG Bailey, part of Freedom, is seeking a Project Manager to lead service upgrade projects across the North East. Based in Washington, you will manage multiple projects from planning through energisation and handover, ensuring safety, quality and budget compliance.

You will lead a team of field managers, engineers and site operatives, coordinate with Northern Powergrid and drive improvements while maintaining HSQE standards and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience in operational or project management roles within utilities or power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of Service Upgrade projects, ensuring safety, timeliness and budget adherence.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Contract management

Risk management

Education

NEBOSH IOSH or equivalent health & safety qualification

Job description

Job Description

Join Our Team as a Project Manager – Service Upgrades!

Location: Washington (covering the North East Region)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £52,500 + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Are you ready to take the lead in delivering exceptional electrical service upgrade projects? At Freedom, we have an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to spearhead our New Connections Service Upgrades contract with Northern Powergrid. This is your chance to make a significant impact by ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality project delivery across the North East!

Your Role

As a Project Manager, you will collaborate closely with operational teams, clients, and stakeholders to oversee multiple projects from initial planning to energisation and handover. Your leadership will be crucial in meeting programme, budget, and quality objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day delivery of Service Upgrade projects, ensuring safety, timeliness, and budget adherence.
• Lead and manage a dynamic team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Site Operatives.
• Act as the primary operational contact with Northern Powergrid.
• Ensure compliance with all HSQE policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently from planning through to energisation and handover.
• Plan and allocate resources effectively to meet project demands.
• Monitor KPIs and contract performance, implementing improvements as needed.
• Ensure timely completion of project documentation, including RAMS and as-built records.
• Liaise with local authorities, subcontractors, and key stakeholders for successful project delivery.
• Support commercial performance through effective planning and resource management.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all activities.

What We’re Looking For

Essential Qualifications:

• Experience in operational or project management roles within cable installation, utilities, or power distribution.
• Strong knowledge of LV cable networks.
• Understanding of new connections processes in a regulated utility environment.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent client and stakeholder management abilities.
• Strong commercial awareness and contract management experience.
• NEBOSH, IOSH, or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working on Northern Powergrid contracts.
• Knowledge of Streetworks and NRSWA requirements.
• Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM).

Why Join Us?

At Freedom, we believe in evolving our benefits to attract and retain top talent. Here’s what you can look forward to:

• 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 Employee Assistance Program.
• Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, and Tax-Free Bikes.
• Personal development programme to support your growth.

Next Steps

We’re committed to building a culture where everyone feels included, treated fairly, and respected. Our recruitment process reflects this commitment, and we’ll provide you with all the information you need ahead of time. If you require any accommodations during the application or interview process, just let us know, and we’ll work with you to meet your needs.

About Us

Freedom is proud to be part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the UK’s leading independent engineering and services businesses. With a rich history dating back to 1921 and a turnover of £500m, we are dedicated to developing great people through our investment in training.

We work across various sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, tackling groundbreaking projects with innovative solutions using the latest tools and technologies. When you join us, you’ll have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews and ongoing training to help you reach your full potential.

Join us at Freedom and be part of something extraordinary!