North is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager (PM) to join our Newcastle 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. The successful applicant will be responsible for planning, organizing, managing, and executing the project achieving successful outcomes for our customers. The ideal applicant will have proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects within residential or similar high-risk environments.

• Proven experience as a Project Manager or similar role, successfully delivering complex construction, M&E, or technology installation projects within residential or similar high-risk environments.
• Essential: Knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, particularly concerning Higher-Risk Buildings (HRBs).
• Essential: Hands-on experience with projects involving core drilling through building structures/risers and implementing certified fire stopping solutions.
• Strong understanding of passive and active fire protection systems.
• Expertise in CDM Regulations 2015 and a strong commitment to health and safety best practices.
• Experience in managing temporary works and site logistics, including compound setup and management.
• Robust commercial acumen with proven experience in cost control, budget management, and variation/change management.
• Proficient in risk and opportunity management.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to build rapport, influence stakeholders, and manage client expectations effectively.
• Strong leadership capabilities with experience in managing multi-disciplinary project teams and subcontractors.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project)
• Relevant professional qualifications (e.g., PRINCE2, PMP, APM PMQ) are highly desirable.
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (e.g., NEBOSH Construction Certificate, SMSTS) is highly desirable.
  
  North builds stronger networks and creates smarter places. Our intelligent technology solutions and robust network infrastructures transform the way people, places, and organisations work. And we focus our expertise on working in three specialist sectors: public services, enterprise & data centres, and defence & justice.