Project Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Project Manager – Food Manufacturing CAPEX

Newcastle | 12-Month Contract | Competitive Day Rate

Take Ownership of a Business-Critical Installation

Ganymede is supporting an established principal contractor in the appointment of an experienced Project Manager to lead a major production equipment installation within a live food manufacturing facility in Newcastle.

The project involves the installation of production equipment typically found on food manufacturing lines, such as conveyors, processing machinery and filling or packaging systems.

Working closely with the end client and key project stakeholders, you'll take ownership of site delivery, coordinating contractors and installation activities to ensure the project is completed safely, on programme and within budget.

With a strong order book extending into 2027 and 2028, this is an opportunity to deliver a significant CAPEX project with potential for further contract opportunities.

The Role

• Manage day-to-day site operations and oversee installation activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors, labour, plant and materials.
• Drive programme delivery, health and safety, quality and compliance.
• Lead toolbox talks, RAMS reviews and site inspections.
• Maintain strong client relationships and accurate progress reporting.

What We're Looking For

• Proven Project Management experience in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Direct experience delivering equipment installation or CAPEX projects.
• Experience working within live operational facilities.
• Relevant Construction or Engineering qualification.
• SMSTS, CSCS, First Aid and NEBOSH.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

What's on Offer?

• 12-month contract on a major food manufacturing CAPEX project.
• Competitive day rate and flexible payment options.
• Opportunity to work with an established principal contractor.
• Potential for follow-on projects beyond the initial assignment.

Interested?

If you've personally delivered equipment installation or CAPEX projects within manufacturing or industrial environments, we'd like to hear from you.

When applying, please outline your most relevant project experience, confirm your qualifications and advise on your availability for a 12-month contract in Newcastle.

Contact Ganymede for a confidential discussion about the project and next steps.

Ganymede is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation