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Posted 27 July, 2026

Senior Project Manager

Sanderson Recruitment
Bonnyrigg, SCT, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Project ManagerEdinburgh - Hybrid WorkingSalary: c£70,000We're working with a growing technology consultancy that is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join its delivery function at an exciting stage of growth. This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of complex client engagements, working closely with technical teams, and bringing structure, pace, and confidence to software delivery projects.The roleTake ownership of the full project lifecycle, from early client engagement and scope definition through to successful delivery and closure.Lead software delivery projects using agile principlesAct as the bridge between clients and technical teams, ensuring project scope, timelines, deliverables, risks, and expectations are clearly understood.Manage multiple concurrent projects across varied customer environmentsProduce project plans, progress reports, requirements documentation, proposals, and stakeholder presentations.Build trusted relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support successful delivery and ongoing engagement.Help mature and improve delivery ways of working, sharing best practice and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.What we're looking forA strong Senior Project Manager with experience delivering software development projects across the full project lifecycle.Confidence managing complex customer and stakeholder relationships in a client-facing environment.Experience managing multiple concurrent projects or delivery workstreams.Commercial awareness, with the ability to balance client needs, delivery priorities, budgets, and risks.Familiarity with public sector or education environments beneficialPrior consultancy experience highly desirableExposure to Security or IAM projects is a plusThis would suit someone who is proactive, commercially minded, and comfortable operating in a growing consultancy environment. You'll need to be able to manage detail without losing sight of the bigger picture, communicate clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders, and bring a mature, solutions-focused approach to delivery challenges.If you're an experienced Project Manager who enjoys client-facing delivery, working with technical teams, and shaping projects through a period of growth, this could be a fantastic next step. Please apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation.Reasonable Adjustments:Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients.If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.TPBN1_UKTJ