Senior Network Infrastructure PM - Secure Govt Prisons

Virtua UK Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Virtua UK Ltd is seeking an Experienced Project Manager with a strong background in network infrastructure to deliver projects within MOJ, HM Prison Service, and other secure government environments. The role suits those who have progressed from hands-on technical work into project leadership, or have years of experience managing complex network deployments.

You will oversee end-to-end delivery, ensuring projects finish on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety, security,

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing and delivering IT and network infrastructure projects, including active network systems, network upgrades, installations, and infrastructure deployments.
• Experience on MOJ projects, within HM Prison Service establishments, or in similar secure government environments is highly desirable.
• Experience managing projects within live operational environments, with an understanding of security, access, escorting, and logistical challenges associated with prison establishments.
• A hands-on network infrastructure background progressing into project management, or several years of experience managing network infrastructure projects.
• Familiarity with network infrastructure design, implementation, testing, and commissioning.
• PRINCE2 certification is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and project management software.
• Existing MOJ, HMPPS, or relevant government security clearance is advantageous, or willingness to undergo security vetting.

Responsibilities

• Take end-to-end ownership of network infrastructure projects, including planning, monitoring, reporting, and successful delivery.
• Lead and manage project teams, clearly defining roles, responsibilities, and deliverables.
• Oversee the survey, design, implementation, and commissioning of network infrastructure solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Manage projects within MOJ establishments, operational prisons, and other high-security environments, ensuring compliance with site-specific security procedures and operational restrictions.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, resource allocations, and delivery programmes.
• Proactively identify, manage, and mitigate project risks, particularly those associated with working in secure and operational environments.
• Produce and review RAMS, ensuring safe systems of work are implemented.
• Liaise with MOJ representatives, prison management, technical teams, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with QHSE teams to maintain high standards of health, safety, quality, and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

PRINCE2 certification (advantageous)

Tools

Microsoft 365

Project management software

Job description

Virtua UK Ltd is seeking an Experienced Project Manager with a strong background in network infrastructure to deliver projects within MOJ, HM Prison Service, and other secure government environments. The role suits those who have progressed from hands-on technical work into project leadership, or have years of experience managing complex network deployments.

You will oversee end-to-end delivery, ensuring projects finish on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of safety, security,