Project Manager – Low Carbon Technology (LCT) Connections
Location: Washington
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £52,500 + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
Freedom has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to lead delivery of New Connections through our Low Carbon Technology (LCT) contract with Northern Powergrid. You will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality delivery of new electrical connection projects across the region, supporting the transition to low carbon infrastructure.
Key Deliverables
* Oversee day‑to‑day delivery of LCT connection works, ensuring projects are delivered to specification, on time and within budget.
* Lead and manage a team of Field Managers, Supervisors, Planners, Engineers and Site Operatives.
* Act as the main operational point of 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 labour, plant and materials to meet project demands.
* Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement across contract performance.
* Ensure accurate and timely submission of project documentation, including RAMS and as-built records.
* Liaise with local authorities, subcontractors and key stakeholders to support project delivery.
Essential Qualifications
* Experience in a senior operational role within cable installation, utilities or power distribution.
* Strong knowledge of LV/HV cable networks.
* Understanding of new connections processes within a regulated utility environment.
* Proven leadership and team management skills.
* Strong client and stakeholder management ability.
* Good 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.
* Streetworks knowledge.
* Project Management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2, APM).
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
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