Senior Project Manager

London (Hybrid - 3 Days On-Site)

Permanent

£75,000 - £95,000 + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits

Freedom Group have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to join our Major Projects & Connections division, leading the delivery of high-value cable infrastructure projects across the London area. This role is focused on the design and build of 132kV cable circuits, and is ideal for someone with a strong background in HV/EHV cable delivery.

You'll be responsible for managing complex projects valued at £10 million+, working closely with local authorities, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery.

Some of the key deliverables in this role will include:

• Leading the delivery of major cable infrastructure projects, primarily 132kV circuits, from design through to commissioning.
• Managing all aspects of project performance including programme, budget, scope, safety, and quality.
• Acting as the key point of contact for clients, including high-profile stakeholders in the London area.
• Coordinating internal teams, subcontractors, and supply chain partners to ensure successful project execution.
• Ensuring compliance with CDM regulations and NEC contract requirements.
• Identifying and managing commercial, engineering, and programme risks and opportunities.
• Maintaining high standards of project documentation, reporting, and stakeholder communication.
• Supporting and mentoring junior project managers and engineers within the team.
  
  

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a commercially astute and technically capable Senior Project Manager with a proven track record in HV/EHV cable projects. Ideally, you'll have:

• Experience delivering 132kV cable projects (66kV or 33kV experience also considered).
• Demonstrable success managing projects valued at £10 million or more.
• Strong understanding of NEC contracts and CDM regulations.
• Experience working with local authorities and managing subcontractor relationships.
• Ability to work independently and proactively, with excellent organisational skills.
• Strong client-facing communication and leadership abilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Project Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
• PMP or equivalent project management certification (preferred).
• Proficiency in project management tools and software.
  
  

Benefits:

We're always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes:

• Company Car/Car Allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle)
• Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution
• 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.

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