Senior PM - Cable Engineering & Asset Replacement

NG Bailey; Chilton Moor; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension up to 8% employer

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company vehicle

Private Medical Insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefits (Dental, Gym, Travel

Tax-Free Bikes

Job summary

Freedom is seeking a Project Manager for Cable Engineering (Asset) in the North-East England region. Lead Asset Replacement projects, ensuring safe, compliant delivery and strong client relations with Northern Powergrid.

You will oversee a multidisciplinary team and drive performance across KPIs, with a focus on HSQE compliance and efficient project handover. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role.

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for Asset Replacement work, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence.
• Lead a team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers and Operatives.
• Act as primary contact with Northern Powergrid and manage client relationships.
• Ensure compliance with HSQE policies and legal requirements.
• Manage multiple projects from planning to energisation and handover.
• Allocate resources and monitor KPI performance.
• Ensure timely submission of documentation and stakeholder communications.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Commercial awareness

Education

NEBOSH/IOSH Health & Safety qualification

Job description

Freedom is seeking a Project Manager for Cable Engineering (Asset) in the North-East England region. Lead Asset Replacement projects, ensuring safe, compliant delivery and strong client relations with Northern Powergrid.

You will oversee a multidisciplinary team and drive performance across KPIs, with a focus on HSQE compliance and efficient project handover. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies the role.