Electrical Project Manager - Custodial Redevelopment Project
Suffolk | £75,000 - £80,000 per annum or £350 - £380/day CIS
Full-time, Permanent or Freelance

Complex environment. High-security standards. End-to-end responsibility.

A top 30 M&E contractor is seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead the electrical delivery of a significant custodial redevelopment project in Suffolk. The scheme includes refurbishment of existing prison infrastructure alongside the construction of new-build facilities, including houseblocks, healthcare units, workshops, education spaces, catering areas, and recreational facilities.

With a 2-year programme and an M&E value in the region of £20 million, this is a high-profile project requiring technical oversight, coordination and leadership. The business is well established, privately owned, and known for delivering high-quality projects across education, commercial, healthcare, defence, and high-security environments.

Why this opportunity

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Long-term custodial project with defined scope and strong client engagement

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Choice of permanent employment or freelance engagement

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Reputable and financially stable contractor with a 25+ year track record

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Diverse workload beyond this project, across education, healthcare, commercial and secure environments

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Clear site programme and support from experienced delivery and commercial teams

Key responsibilities

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Lead the electrical delivery of the custodial project from preconstruction through to final handover

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Manage programme scheduling, procurement, resourcing and subcontractor coordination

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Monitor installation progress, resolve technical queries, and ensure compliance with programme and specification

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Oversee health and safety standards, risk assessments and site compliance

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Track and manage financial performance, variations, and final accounts

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Liaise directly with the client and professional teams, acting as the main point of contact for electrical delivery

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Ensure successful commissioning and completion, including full O&M documentation

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Manage subcontractor performance and drive delivery to high standards

What we're looking for

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Proven track record managing electrical packages on large-scale M&E projects (ideally up to £6m+)

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Previous experience delivering secure, custodial, MOD or healthcare sector schemes is highly advantageous

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Strong commercial awareness and ability to manage cost and variation control

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Confident communicator with experience leading client-facing meetings

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Able to lead on procurement, programming, labour forecasting and handover documentation

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Experience managing multiple subcontractors and ensuring accountability throughout the supply chain

Certifications required:

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SMSTS

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CSCS (Black or equivalent)

The package

Permanent:

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£75,000 - £80,000 per annum

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Company benefits and long-term project pipeline

Freelance:

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£350 - £380/day CIS (depending on experience)

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2-year contract with potential for extension or further works

This role is open to UK-based candidates with relevant building services experience. Preference will be given to those with custodial or high-security sector backgrounds, though consideration will also be given to candidates with MOD or healthcare experience on similar-scale projects.

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