Senior Cable Project Leader – Asset Replacement

NG Bailey; Richmond; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK engineering firm seeks a Senior Project Manager for their Cable Engineering Services in North East England. The role involves managing asset replacement projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess strong expertise in cable installation, excellent leadership abilities, and relevant qualifications in health and safety. The position offers up to £60k, a company vehicle, and flexible benefits including medical insurance and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Pension with up to 8% employer contribution

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Free 24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance and Gym Membership

Personal development programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cable installation, utilities, or power distribution projects.
• Strong knowledge of LV and HV cable networks, preferably in a DNO environment.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day operations for asset replacement works.
• Leading a team of Project Managers and Engineers.
• Overseeing multiple projects from planning through to handover.

Skills

Cable installation expertise

Leadership skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Education

NEBOSH / IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification

Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM)

Tools

Utilities knowledge

Streetworks knowledge

Job description

A leading UK engineering firm seeks a Senior Project Manager for their Cable Engineering Services in North East England. The role involves managing asset replacement projects, leading teams, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should possess strong expertise in cable installation, excellent leadership abilities, and relevant qualifications in health and safety. The position offers up to £60k, a company vehicle, and flexible benefits including medical insurance and a pension scheme.