Senior Manager, Projects and Planning in Newcastle upon Tyne

Senior Manager, Projects and Planning in Newcastle upon Tyne

Newcastle upon Tyne Full-Time 65000 - 80000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Linear Recruitment Ltd

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead major civil engineering projects and manage multidisciplinary teams.
  • Company: Join a leading contractor on a flagship construction project.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth and development in a high-performing team.
  • Why this job: Make a significant impact on one of the North East's most important projects.
  • Qualifications: Proven experience in large-scale civil engineering and strong leadership skills.

The predicted salary is between 65000 - 80000 £ per year.

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

  • 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

  • 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.

Senior Manager, Projects and Planning in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Linear Recruitment Ltd

Join a leading Tier One infrastructure contractor as an Engineering Manager and be part of a dynamic team delivering a flagship multi-million-pound EPC project in the UK energy sector. With a strong focus on employee growth, you will benefit from ongoing professional development and support towards chartership, all while working in a collaborative environment that values technical excellence and innovation. This site-based role offers a unique opportunity to lead multidisciplinary teams and make a significant impact on major infrastructure projects, ensuring a rewarding and meaningful career path.

Linear Recruitment Ltd

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Linear Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Manager, Projects and Planning in Newcastle upon Tyne

Project Management
Civil Engineering
Leadership Skills
Stakeholder Management
Risk Management
Health and Safety Compliance
Commercial Awareness