Basildon / Essex
Permanent
Competitive + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits
Summary
The main purpose of this role is to manage a team to achieve delivery of switchgear, substation, and diversion projects on the UKPN framework contract, ensuring compliance with time, safety regulations, quality standards, and project specifications. The role reports to the Operations Manager / Senior Project Manager.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage multiple/major projects from inception to completion safely, competently, and effectively, adhering to time and budget constraints.
* Manage all financial aspects of projects, including costing and invoicing of additional works.
* Provide guidance to team members to ensure safe, effective, and efficient operations.
* Monitor and report on work progress to clients as required.
* Guide and monitor team adherence to safety rules, procedures, method statements, and risk assessments.
* Liaise with third parties to ensure smooth project execution.
* Maintain site safety at all times and complete risk assessments.
* Report SHE concerns to the SHE team.
* Manage and review staff performance, identifying training needs.
* Conduct site safety inspections and ensure remedial actions are taken.
* Ensure all statutory records, certificates, licenses, notifications, and notices are maintained.
* Prepare project Safety, CDM plans, and Risk Assessments as part of the project plan.
Candidate Requirements
* Substantial experience in project management.
* Knowledge of the DNO network - EPN UKPN.
* Knowledge of distribution substation equipment – transformers, switchgear, distribution boards.
* Experience with switchgear, substation, and asset replacement works.
* Understanding of project financials.
* Knowledge of Health & Safety practices and implications.
* CDM knowledge.
* NVQ / ONC / HNC or higher in a relevant subject.
* IOSH, NEBOSH, SMSTS, or other safety qualifications.
* NRSWA accreditation.
* A formal project management qualification is preferred.
* UKPN authorisations are advantageous.
Benefits
We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great talent. Our offerings include:
* Car/Car Allowance
* Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
* Pension with up to 8% employer contribution
* 25 days holiday
* Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days
* Private Medical Insurance
* Employee Assistance Program (mental health support, counselling, legal advice)
* Flexible benefits such as Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax-Free Bikes
* Personal development programs
Next Steps
We are committed to building an inclusive, fair, and respectful culture. We will communicate the recruitment process clearly and accommodate applicants' needs during the application and interview stages.
About Us
Freedom is part of the NG Bailey Group, a leading independent engineering and services business in the UK, established in 1921 with a turnover of £500m and 3,000 employees. We focus on developing our people through training and support, working across sectors in building and infrastructure with innovative solutions.
We value progression and will support your career development with clear pathways, regular reviews, training, and ongoing support.
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