Senior Project Manager

Job Title

Senior Project Manager

Location

Leeds

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Sector

Public Sector

Job Description

North is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager (PM) to join our team delivering leading brand CCTV, Access Control, and Intercom solutions for a large multi‑year contract to a key public sector customer. North solutions range from basic systems to fully integrated solutions bringing together CCTV, Access Control, Fire, Intruder, and BMS into a single management console.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, execute, and finalise projects according to strict deadlines and within budget, with a focus on quality and safety.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and work breakdown structures; oversee all project phases from initial design and procurement through to installation, commissioning, testing, and final handover.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance with relevant standards and legislation (e.g., NSI, BAFE, British Standards).
• Implement robust, compliant fire stopping solutions following penetration works, ensuring Passive Fire Protection (PFP) integrity; coordinate with structural engineers, fire engineers, and building control bodies.
• Manage site operations and health & safety; act as Principal Contractor under the CDM Regulations 2015 and enforce site‑specific plans, method statements, risk assessments, and temporary works requirements.
• Handle commercial and financial matters – budgets, forecasts, cash flow, cost control, variation and change management, supplier and subcontractor relations.
• Identify and mitigate risks – maintain a comprehensive risk register, develop mitigation strategies, and update stakeholders.
• Communicate with stakeholders – build and maintain strong relationships and provide regular project updates, resolving issues professionally.

Skills and Experience

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of passive and active fire protection, CCTV, and access control systems.
• Expertise in CDM Regulations 2015 and a commitment to health & safety best practice.
• Experience managing temporary works, site logistics, and compound setup/management.
• Commercial acumen with proven cost control, budget, and change/variation management experience.
• Proficient in risk and opportunity management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills; able to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and manage client expectations.
• Leadership experience managing multi‑disciplinary teams and subcontractors.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in fast‑paced environments.
• Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project).
• Relevant project management qualifications (PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ) desirable.
• Health & Safety qualifications (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS) desirable.

Benefits

• 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

Application Criteria

Applicants must possess the right to work in the UK and submit a CV and completed application form. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will be considered.

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