Project Manager

Linear Recruitment Ltd; Millom; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Linear Recruitment Ltd seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a major M&E project within a Category D Men's prison in Millom, UK. The role requires EL1 or SC clearance and senior M&E delivery experience on large schemes.

The assignment is freelance with an anticipated duration of circa 2 years, offering ongoing work on a high-profile government project and a competitive rate dependent on experience.

Qualifications

• Current EL1 or SC Clearance (mandatory).
• In date SMSTS, CSCS, 1st Aid tickets (manual handling and asbestos awareness preferred but not essential).
• Proven experience in managing large scale M&E projects.
• Ability to update technical drawings and documentation.
• Strong communication skills and confidence attending client meetings.
• Ability to work effectively within a secure environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage M&E works including ventilation, heating, containment, emergency lighting and domestic services.
• Manage the installation of containment systems, cable installation and routing.
• Updating and maintaining project drawings.
• Providing regular project progress updates.
• Attending client meetings and representing the project professionally.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to the required standards.

Skills

EL1 clearance

SC clearance

M&E management

Client liaison

Safe work practice

Drawing updates

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager with EL1 clearance or SC clearance to join a major long-term project within a Category D Men's prison, leading a major M&E project.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term position on a significant M&E project, working as part of a professional team delivering high-quality installations in a secure environment.

Overview

• Duration: circa 2 (subject to project requirements)
• Role: Freelance Project Manager
• Location: Millom
• Start: September 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Manage M&E works including ventilation, heating, containment, emergency lighting and domestic services.
• Manage the installation of containment systems, cable installation and routing.
• Updating and maintaining project drawings.
• Providing regular project progress updates.
• Attending client meetings and representing the project professionally.
• Ensuring all work is completed safely and to the required standards.

Essential Requirements

• Current EL1 or SC Clearance (mandatory).
• In date tickets - SMSTS, CSCS, 1st Aid (manual handling and asbestos awareness preferred but not essential).
• Proven experience in managing large scale M&E projects.
• Ability to update technical drawings and documentation.
• Strong communication skills and confidence attending client meetings.
• Ability to work effectively within a secure environment.

What\'s on Offer

• Long-term project with a duration of circa 2 years, with the possibility of extension.
• Opportunity to work on a high-profile government project.
• Stable, ongoing work within a professional team.
• Competitive rates, dependent on experience