Small Works Manager

The Role

We are seeking a proactive, organised and commercially aware individual to manage a variety of small works and refurbishment projects from initial enquiry through to successful completion and handover.

This is a hands-on management position involving site supervision, project coordination, client liaison, subcontractor management and commercial responsibilities.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with time split between our offices in Ashford, Kent, attending project sites and working remotely where appropriate.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring works are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise multiple commercial small works and refurbishment projects from commencement through to completion.
• Undertake site surveys, attend client meetings and assist with preparing scopes of works and quotations.
• Plan and coordinate labour, subcontractors, materials, plant and deliveries.
• Oversee site activities, ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.
• Monitor project budgets, expenditure, variations and profitability.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and maintain project programmes, progress reports and relevant documentation.
• Coordinate works within live and occupied environments, particularly healthcare and commercial facilities.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, RAMS and company procedures.
• Carry out regular quality inspections, manage snagging and coordinate project handovers.
• Compile, coordinate and issue Operation & Maintenance (O&M) manuals to clients, ensuring all relevant certificates, warranties, as-built drawings, commissioning records and supporting documentation are provided within agreed timescales.
• Ensure all project close-out documentation is completed and submitted professionally.
• Identify and resolve potential issues proactively to minimise disruption to project delivery.
• Provide regular project updates to clients and senior management.

About You

We are looking for a confident, professional and motivated individual who can take ownership of projects and manage them independently.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in small works management, site supervision, contracts supervision or construction project management.
• Good understanding of commercial refurbishment, fit-out and general building works.
• Experience managing multiple trades, subcontractors and projects simultaneously.
• Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Good commercial awareness, including quotations, budgets and variations.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of construction health and safety requirements.
• Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable Experience

• Previous experience working within live healthcare environments, hospitals or occupied commercial premises.
• SSSTS or SMSTS qualification.
• First Aid at Work qualification.
• Experience preparing project handover documentation and O&M manuals.
• Trade background with progression into supervision or management.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• Company vehicle.
• Company mobile phone and laptop.
• Hybrid working between site, office and remote working.
• Varied and interesting projects across multiple commercial sectors.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Long-term employment within an established and growing construction business.

Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ashford TN24