Project Manager – Asset Replacement

Project Manager – Asset Replacement
Location: North East Region
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £55k + Company Car / Company Van + Flexible Benefits

Freedom’s Networks team has an opportunity for a Project Manager to support the delivery of small works within the Asset Replacement programme across the North East. You will ensure safe, efficient, and cost‑effective project delivery while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

Manage multiple small projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring safe and compliant delivery.
Oversee all financial aspects of projects, including costing and invoicing for additional works.
Lead and support project teams to meet productivity, safety, and quality expectations.
Monitor and report progress to clients and internal stakeholders.
Ensure all operatives follow safety rules, risk assessments, and method statements.
Liaise with clients, council representatives, engineers, and the general public.
Maintain site safety, complete risk assessments, and escalate SHE concerns where required.
Conduct site inspections and ensure completion of any remedial actions.
Ensure all statutory records, licences, notifications, and documentation are in place and up to date.
Prepare project safety documentation, CDM plans, and risk assessments.

What We’re Looking For:

Strong project management experience within utilities or distribution networks.
Good understanding of distribution network operations.
Knowledge of project financials and cost control.
Strong understanding of Health & Safety, including CDM.
NVQ/ONC/HNC or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS or similar safety qualification.
NRSWA accreditation.
Formal project management qualification (preferred).
NPg authorisations (beneficial).

Benefits:

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 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program
Flexible benefits including Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes
Personal development programme

Founded in 1921, our business has grown from a small electrical contractor to the award-winning, industry-leading company we are today. We are family-owned with a great heritage and we are proud of everything we’ve achieved and all the projects we’ve successfully delivered to our customers over the years. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies. We have offices, manufacturing facilities and sites located across the UK. Everything we do at NG Bailey is driven by our purpose: Together we create and maintain exceptional building and infrastructure to enable a society that connects seamlessly, operates efficiently and prospers now and in the future.  We believe in bringing buildings to life and we know that the benefits of our work will be felt by generations to come. We do this by responsibly designing, operating and maintaining buildings, infrastructure and services. The way we do business has remained unchanged since we were founded and it’s what makes us different. We’re proud of our history and look forward to continuing our legacy of almost a century of operational and technical excellence. 

Engineering Division 

Our Engineering division specialises in the design, offsite manufacture and installation of mechanical and electrical solutions, and we have an industry-leading reputation for delivering our work and projects responsibly and sustainably.

Facilities Serivces

Our Facilities Services business provides mechanical and electrical, planned and reactive, integrated building service maintenance. Through innovative energy performance our in-house team of specialists ensure customers' businesses run efficiently, in a safe, secure and sustainable manner.

IT Services

Our IT Services business delivers integrated IT infrastructure and managed services that transform what’s possible in connectivity, data management, and analysis. From iconic buildings and national landmarks to trailblazing projects in all sectors, we are at the heart of the digital revolution, enhancing the performance of organisations and public institutions everywhere.

Freedom

Our Freedom business advise, design, connect, build, maintain, and renew electricity infrastructure assets across the UK.