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Project Manager (Freelance)
- Part time, Other
- Hybrid: Leith, Edinburgh
- £35,000 - £45,000
- Freelance, 12-18 months in the first instance, likely 2-3 days per week with potential for increasing as project progresses.
- Closing 25 August 2025
- Advertised from 1 August 2025
Role
Leith Theatre Trust is looking for an experienced and driven Project Manager to help lead one of Edinburgh’s most exciting cultural projects and support the Trust's second round application to the National Lottery Heritage Fund. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in bringing an iconic building back to life for the people of Leith, Edinburgh and beyond.
Leith Theatre first opened in 1932 as a gift to the people of Leith. After decades of disrepair and a successful campaign to save it from private redevelopment in the mid-2000s, Leith Theatre Trust have been working to secure its future as a valuable contributor to Edinburgh’s cultural landscape.
The plan is to refurbish the category B listed building and create an innovative mid-size music and performance space, inspiring wide engagement and, ahead of its 100-year anniversary in 2032, finally fulfil its original premise as in inclusive civic centre of arts, culture and community.
The Trust is seeking a Project Manager to support the next phase of capital project development, executing the overall project plan and supporting the Trust’s NLHF development phase. The candidate must have a proven track record of delivering successful capital projects, preferably in a culture or heritage setting, and bring the drive and ambition to support this transformational project in the heart of Leith. Working with the Executive Team, you will lead the project and act as client representative across design teams, consultants and stakeholders.
Application notes
To submit a proposal for consideration, please submit the following:
- CV and Cover letter outlining your experience and skills, explaining why you are the right candidate
- Relevant case studies of successful projects
- Fee proposal and proposed framework for delivery
- References
If you are interested in this opportunity to play an integral role in delivering the future of Leith Theatre, please send a submission to recruitment@leiththeatre.co.uk with the subject line ‘Application for Project Manager’ by 12 noon, 25 August 2025.
Contact Information
For any questions regarding this brief, please contact:
Lynn Morrison – Chief Executive Officer – lynn.morrison@leiththeatre.co.uk
Anna Higham – Funding Manager – anna.higham@leiththeatre.co.uk
