Senior Project Manager

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to take a leading role in the delivery of a landmark high-rise accommodation development in Newcastle. This is a flagship scheme, with a construction value exceeding -45 million, and offers the opportunity to be involved from the very start of the project lifecycle.

The successful candidate will initially be involved in the preconstruction phase, supporting design, planning, and procurement to ensure a smooth transition into delivery. Once construction commences in the new year, you will take full responsibility for managing the project through to completion, leading the site team and ensuring all targets are met in terms of programme, budget, and quality.

• Lead the preconstruction process, including design coordination, programme development, buildability assessments, and procurement.

• Oversee the delivery of a major multi-room, RC frame high-rise project from mobilisation to completion.

• Manage client, consultant, and stakeholder relationships, ensuring clear communication and collaboration.

• Lead and mentor site teams, driving high standards of safety, quality, and performance.

• Monitor programme, costs, and progress, implementing corrective action where required.

• Ensure compliance with all contractual, commercial, and regulatory obligations.

We are looking for a proven Senior Project Manager who has:

• A strong track record delivering high-rise construction projects over -45m in value.

• Preconstruction experience, ideally from early design through to site mobilisation.

• Expertise in multi-room schemes and reinforced concrete frame construction.

• The ability to lead large, complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

• Strong commercial and contractual awareness.

• A salary between -85,000 - -100,000 depending on experience.

• Negotiable car allowance or company car

• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to purchase up to 5 additional days per year.

• Private healthcare coverage.

• Life assurance at 4x annual salary.

• 5% employer pension contribution.

• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

• An additional birthday day off each year.