Following the major expansion of the SPEN network, we are excited to announce that the contract has now been successfully extended. As part of this growth, we are pleased to introduce an exciting opportunity for a Framework Manager to lead the delivery of the contract.
Location: Chorley or Warrington
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Start Date: ASAP
As a Framework Manager, you’ll lead on full delivery of our Vegetation Management programme, ensuring all pre-planning and preparations are undertaken to facilitate safe and efficient on-site operations meeting Client, Contract, Safety, Budget and Quality standards. In this fast-paced, potentially 24/7 environment you will monitor performance against Client and Contract KPIs to ensure delivery of an excellent service with outstanding value.
You and your team will work closely with Clients, Supply Chain Partners and Key Stakeholders to manage efficient delivery through an optimum mix of focussed internal teams and expert external partners. This is a full-time permanent role operating out of our offices in Chorley or Warrington, primarily working on a hybrid basis from home and office whilst supporting on site activities across the entire SPEN Northwest geographical area.

What will your day look like…

• Provide leadership, coaching and development opportunities to team members and supply chain partners to ensure high standards of performance
• Plan, coordinate and execute works to meet contractual requirements, holding regular progress reviews and collaborative planning sessions
• Monitor programme delivery and financial performance, identifying risks early and taking effective action in timely fashion to stay on programme and on budget
• Work closely with support functions (design, customer experience, planning, streetworks) to ensure effective coordination of project activities
• Drive productivity and cost-efficiency across throughout
• Promote a strong health, safety and environmental culture, ensuring compliance with Avove’s safety systems, sustainability focus and clear ethical values
• Ensure a high-quality customer experience, handling complaints professionally and promptly
• Carry out regular on-site Leadership visits, maintaining effective communications to keep teams informed with key updates

About you…

• An experienced Framework / Operations Manager, ideally with a background in Vegetation Management or Power Utilities
• A proven track record in managing contracts from start to finish with a strong knowledge of NEC contract arrangements
• Strong leadership skills and team management capabilities with a focus on performance and results
• Excellent communication, coaching, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strategic thinker with the ability to align operations with business goals and deliver high efficiency across functions
• Skilled in identifying and driving process improvements

What’s in it for you…

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Company pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Private GP Helpline & Health Cash Plan
• Avove Discount Scheme
• Family friendly policies
• A selection of lifestyle benefit options
• Financial wellbeing programme
• Employee assistance program for health and wellbeing and onsite mental health first aiders to support our colleagues
• We love to give back so we offer you volunteering days in your community and charity matched giving where we will boost your fundraising.

About us…
Avove is a leading infrastructure services provider, delivering critical utility and energy solutions across the UK. With a strong focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation, we specialise in the design, maintenance, and renewal of essential infrastructure for water, energy, and telecoms networks. We see our people at the heart of everything we do and so we are committed to long-term investment in training, development and modern equipment to support our teams in delivering high-quality, reliable services for our clients and communities.
We are an equal opportunities employer…
Central to what we do is our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate what makes each of us unique and are building a workplace where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their authentic selves. Join us and take the next step toward a hugely rewarding and inclusive career

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