Project Manager - HMP Establishments North West


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£250 - £310
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Preston, PR1 3NU
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	11 Aug 2026
Closing date:	30 Aug 2026

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Summary

Your new company

A leading national infrastructure and facilities management contractor is seeking an experienced Freelance Project Manager to join their Projects team, delivering refurbishment, maintenance and improvement works across multiple HMP establishments throughout the North West. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a variety of secure environment projects for a well-established organisation with a strong pipeline of work.

Your new role

As Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing multiple construction and refurbishment projects within operational prison environments. You will manage programmes from pre-construction through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Key duties will include:

Managing multiple live projects across various HMP sites

Coordinating subcontractors, suppliers and site management teams

Ensuring compliance with health & safety and prison security procedures

Managing project budgets, programmes and reporting requirements

Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and stakeholders

Conducting regular site visits across the North West region

Overseeing project delivery, quality assurance and handover processes

What you'll need to succeed

Proven experience as a Project Manager within the construction industry

Experience delivering refurbishment, M&E or building projects

Strong stakeholder management and client-facing skills

Excellent programme and commercial awareness

SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid qualifications

Full UK driving licence

Previous experience working within secure environments, public sector projects or custodial settings would be advantageous

Ability to obtain and maintain relevant security clearances

What you'll get in return

Competitive daily rate

Long-term freelance opportunity

Weekly pay via PAYE

Mileage/business travel expenses where applicable

Opportunity to work with a major national contractor

Diverse project portfolio across the North West

Immediate start available

What you need to do now

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