Lead Project Manager - Newcastle

Reference: 30826273149_1786456535

Lead Project Manager - Newcastle, Public Sector

Tier 1 Project Management Consultancy, Newcastle, Leeds or Manchester (with travel to Newcastle) Competitive Salary + Package

Eden Brown is delighted to be partnering with a leading global consultancy to recruit a Lead Project Manager for a major government workplace project in the North East.

This is an outstanding opportunity to take ownership of a high-profile commercial fit-out programme, leading project delivery from inception through to completion while acting as the key interface between the client, consultants, contractors and wider stakeholder team.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the project is delivered safely, on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead delivery of a major workplace fit-out project through all project lifecycle stages.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for the client and key stakeholders.
  • Manage multidisciplinary consultant teams and contractor performance.
  • Monitor programme, budget, risk and project performance.
  • Oversee procurement and contract administration activities.
  • Drive effective governance, reporting and project controls.
  • Manage project risks, changes and mitigation strategies.
  • Ensure successful project handover and close-out.
  • Champion health, safety and wellbeing throughout delivery.

About You:

Were keen to speak with experienced project professionals who can demonstrate:

  • A background in construction project management or consultancy.
  • Experience delivering commercial office, workplace, fit-out or refurbishment projects.
  • Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary project teams.
  • Knowledge of contract administration and commercial management.
  • Proven ability to manage risk, programme and project governance.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.
  • Membership of, or progress towards, a recognised professional body such as APM, RICS, CIOB or equivalent.
  • Eligibility to obtain UK security clearance.

Whats on Offer:

  • Opportunity to lead a flagship government programme.
  • Exposure to a major public sector client environment.
  • Work with a highly regarded consultancy business.
  • Excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Flexible base location in Leeds or Manchester with travel to Newcastle as required.


For a confidential discussion, please contact Paul Deaville at Eden Brown or apply today.

Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

£70,000.00 - £90,000.00
Per annum
GBP70000 - GBP90000.00 per annum

Newcastle upon Tyne

Full Time

Added 11/08/2026
Reference: 30826273149_1786456535

Lead Project Manager - Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne
Full Time

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