Senior Project manager

Job Title:Senior Project Manager

Location: Newcastle

Salary: Competitive

Type: Permanent

Sector: Public Sector

Job Description

North is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager (SrPM) to join our Newcastle team delivering leading brand CCTV, Access Control, and Intercom solutions across our regional Pubic Services organisation. North solutions range from basic systems to fully integrated solutions bringing together CCTV, Access Control, Fire, Intruder Alarms, IOT and BMS into a single management console.

The successful applicant will be responsible for planning, organising, managing, and executing the project achieving successful outcomes for our customers across local authorities, housing, higher education, healthcare and transportation.

The ideal applicant will have proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex safety and security, networking, integrated technology, M&E or construction projects within residential, commercial or similar high-risk environments.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Leadership & Delivery

Lead and deliver projects to agreed deadlines and budgets, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and compliance.


Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with senior stakeholders.


Develop and manage detailed project plans, programmes, and work breakdown structures.


Manage all project phases from design and procurement through installation, commissioning, testing, and handover.


Ensure accurate, compliant project documentation in line with NSI, BAFE, and British Standards.


Oversee compliant fire stopping works, maintaining Passive Fire Protection (PFP) integrity.


Liaise with structural and fire engineers, and building control as required.


Demonstrate a sound understanding of building physics, structural loads, and fire compartmentalisation.

Site Management & Health & Safety

Take overall responsibility for effective site management and safe working practices.


Act as, or oversee, the Principal Contractor role under CDM 2015.


Develop and enforce health & safety plans, risk assessments, and method statements.


Manage temporary works, site logistics, and compound operations.


Carry out regular site inspections and audits, addressing non-compliance promptly.

Commercial & Financial Management

Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow to ensure profitable delivery.


Control costs and drive efficiencies without compromising safety or quality.


Lead change and variation management, ensuring formal approval and cost control.


Manage supplier and subcontractor performance in line with contractual requirements.

Risk & Opportunity Management

Identify, assess, and manage project risks and opportunities.


Maintain and update risk registers, implementing mitigation strategies as required.


Communicate risks and mitigations clearly to stakeholders.

Stakeholder & Client Management

Build strong relationships with clients, residents, local authorities, and regulators.


Act as the primary client contact, providing clear and proactive communication.


Deliver regular project updates and reports tailored to the audience.


Manage expectations and resolve issues professionally and transparently.

Qualifications

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects


Strong understanding of passive and active fire protection systems.


Strong technical knowledge of CCTV and Access Control Systems


Expertise in CDM Regulations 2015 and a strong commitment to health and safety best practices.


Experience in managing temporary works and site logistics, including compound setup and management.


Robust commercial acumen with proven experience in cost control, budget management, and variation/change management.


Proficient in risk and opportunity management.


Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and manage client expectations effectively.


Strong leadership capabilities with experience in managing multi-disciplinary project teams and subcontractors.


Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project)


Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ) are highly desirable.


Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS) is highly desirable.

Benefits

We offer a competitive remuneration package reflective of the candidate’s skills and experience, along with a range of benefits typical for roles within the IT sector , including:

Generous holiday entitlement


Contributory pension scheme


Healthcare and wellbeing programmes


Professional development and training opportunities


Flexible working arrangements subject to business needs


Employee assistance programmes

How to Apply

If you are a proactive and detail-oriented professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a dynamic organisation, we welcome your application. Please submit your CV and complete the application form .

We can only accept candidates who have the Right To Work in the UK