Senior Project Manager

https://vacancies.linearrecruitment.co.uk/2272-senior-project-manager/civil-engineering/newcastle/job2026-07-16 22:00:102026-10-05 Linear Recruitment
Job Type Permanent
Area Newcastle, North East Newcastle North East
Sector Civil Engineering
Salary £120k - £140k plus Package
Start Date ASAP
Advertiser Geoff Taylor
Job Ref 19975
Description

We're partnering with a leading Contractor to recruit an experienced Senior Project Manager for a flagship project. This is an opportunity to lead the delivery of a major civils package on one of the North East's most significant construction projects.

With responsibility for a high-value section of works, you'll play a pivotal role in safely delivering complex civil engineering activities to programme, budget, and the highest quality standards.

The Role

As Senior Project Manager, you will:

  • Lead the delivery of a major civils package from construction through to completion.
  • Manage multidisciplinary site teams, subcontractors, and key stakeholders.
  • Drive programme performance, commercial awareness, and operational excellence.
  • Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, quality, and environmental compliance.
  • Build strong relationships with the client, consultants, and supply chain.
  • Identify project risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
  • Mentor and develop Project Managers, Engineers, and wider delivery teams.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

  • A proven track record delivering large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
  • Experience managing high-value packages (£50m+ desirable).
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
  • Excellent planning, commercial, and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Experience working with Tier 1 contractors on complex projects.
  • A degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
  • SMSTS, CSCS, and relevant industry qualifications.

What's On Offer

  • Opportunity to work on one of the North East's projects.
  • Excellent salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Collaborative, high-performing project environment.

If you're an ambitious Senior Project Manager looking for your next major challenge, we'd love to hear from you.

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