Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates. Field Manager – New ConnectionsLocation: CatterickContract Type: Full-time, PermanentSalary: Up to £45,000 + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Freedom has an exciting opportunity for a Field Manager to support the delivery of New Connections work on behalf of Northern Powergrid. You will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of new electrical connection projects across the region. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Oversee day-to-day operations for New Connections works, ensuring delivery to specification, timescales, and budget. Lead and support Supervisors, Planners, Engineers, and Site Operatives, maintaining a high-performance and safety-focused culture. Act as the main operational liaison with Northern Powergrid, supporting client satisfaction and contract performance. Champion safe working practices and ensure compliance with HSQE policies and legal requirements. Manage multiple projects concurrently, from planning through to energisation and handover. Effectively plan and allocate labour, plant, and materials to meet project demands. Monitor performance, track KPIs, and take corrective action where needed. Ensure accurate and timely submission of documentation, RAMS, and as-built drawings. Liaise with local authorities, subcontractors, and external stakeholders to support project delivery. What We’re Looking For Essential: Experience in an operational role within cable installation, utilities, or power distribution. Understanding of new connections processes in a regulated environment. Strong leadership and team management skills. Excellent stakeholder and client relationship management. Strong commercial awareness and experience with contract management. IOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification. Full UK Driving Licence. Desirable: 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 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. xehkeey 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. #Freedom#LI-RF1#LI-onsite