Sunderland & North East Permanent Competitive Salary Car Allowance Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom's Networks team have a vacancy for Project Manager to work on our long-term contract with Northern Powergrid (NPg) to deliver the Cable Engineering Services Contract works. Working with a full delivery team of diverse specialism, the main purpose of the role will be to manage the New Connections programme involving Fuse Upgrades, New Connections small and new connections schemes across the North East region. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Manage multiple/small projects from Cradle to Grave safely, competently and effectively to time and budget Manage all financial aspects of projects, including the costing and invoicing of any additional works Provide guidance to team members to ensure the safe, effective and efficient implementation of Freedom’s operations Ensure compliance with all Streetworks regulations. Maintaining a full programme of works ensuring all operatives work to their full productivity levels. Ensure all completion documentation is submitted to management in a timely manner. Liaising with client contract coordinators, council staff and engineers. Monitor and report on progress of work to the customer as required Provide guidance on and monitor your team’s approach to safety rules and procedures, method statements and risk assessments Liaise with third parties to ensure the smooth implementation of work Maintain site safety and complete risk assessments Report any concerns regarding SHE to the SHE team Manage and review performance of staff reporting to you and identify training needs Conduct site safety inspections and ensure remedial actions are undertaken Ensure that all statutory records, certificates, licences, notifications and notices are in place Prepare project Safety, CDM plans and Risk Assessments as part of the overall programme. What we’re looking for: Substantial experience of project management Knowledge of distribution networks Sound understanding of the financial aspects of projects Sound knowledge of Health & Safety and its practical implications CDM knowledge NVQ / ONC / HNC or above in a relevant subject IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS or other safety related qualification NRSWA accredited A formal project management qualification is preferred NPg authorisations would be beneficial. Benefits: We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Car Allowance Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holiday Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we’re on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We’ll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. 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 Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. LI-NP1 Other details Job Function OHD Pay Type Salary