Senior Project Manager

Nigel Wright Group; North East; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A values-led organization in North East England is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager. You will lead the delivery of multiple complex projects within a large transformation program, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Candidates should have strong project management skills and experience in stakeholder engagement. This role offers a hybrid work model along with generous leave and benefits.

Benefits

Hybrid working: minimum 3 days per week on-site

31 days annual leave plus public holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Inclusive and collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering cross-functional projects.
• Skilled in project governance and stakeholder management.
• Proficient in project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of multiple projects.
• Develop and manage project plans.
• Establish effective governance structures.

Skills

Project governance

Stakeholder management

Agile project management

Waterfall project management

Communication skills

Job description

The Opportunity

Are you a confident and capable Senior Project Manager with a passion for delivering meaningful change?

This is an exciting opportunity to join a values‑led organization that's undergoing one of its largest and most ambitious transformation programmes to date. You'll help connect colleagues and customers in new and more efficient ways — enhancing services, adopting new technologies, and improving business processes at scale.

As a key member of the central project delivery team, you'll manage multiple complex projects, engage with stakeholders at all levels, and play a vital role in shaping the future of services that matter to thousands of people.

What you'll be doing?

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple projects within a major transformation programme.
• Develop and manage project plans, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and programme priorities.
• Establish effective governance structures to support decision-making and maintain clear accountability.
• Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery of outcomes that meet business needs.
• Foster strong relationships across the organization to support collaboration and ensure project success.
• Maintain clear, timely communication with all stakeholders, from team members to senior leadership.
• Support continuous improvement by capturing lessons learned and contributing to evolving project standards.

What you need

• Proven experience delivering cross‑functional projects across IT, operations, or business change environments.
• Skilled in project governance, stakeholder management, and balancing competing priorities.
• Proficient in using project management methodologies such as Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills — confident working with both delivery teams and senior leaders.
• A strategic mindset with the ability to execute tactically — keeping delivery on track while aligned with long‑term goals.
• Passion for contributing to purpose‑driven, community‑focused work.

Why join?

• Hybrid working: minimum 3 days per week on-site
• 36‑hour working week:
  • Mon‑Thurs: 08:30-17:00
  • Friday: 08:30-12:30
• 31 days annual leave plus public holidays
• Excellent pension scheme
• Inclusive, collaborative, and values‑driven culture

If you're looking for a new challenge where you can see the impact of your work and contribute to something meaningful, this could be the perfect next step in your career.