- £40-42,000 & company car & benefits
- Kent (covering Folkestone, Gillingham, Canterbury, Margate & Ashford)
- Permanent
- Will Lauchlan
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Small Works Manager to join a dedicated Billable Works team for our prestigious client. You’ll take responsibility for managing and delivering a range of projects, including damp and mould programmes, minor refurbishments such as kitchens and bathrooms, and full internal refurbishments.
You’ll oversee all aspects of project delivery — ensuring works are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Health & Safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction will be at the heart of everything you do.
Key Responsibilities of the Small Works Manager
- Lead the day-to-day delivery of low-value, high-volume projects across multiple sites.
- Manage contractors and suppliers to deliver multiple work streams simultaneously.
- Oversee procurement activities, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and internal guidelines.
- Develop project briefs, specifications, tender documents, and manage works from initiation through to completion.
- Maintain strong financial control by managing budgets, monitoring monthly spend, and ensuring value for money.
- Ensure full compliance with Health & Safety and environmental legislation, including CDM and Asbestos Regulations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Armed Forces families, the Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO), and supply chain partners.
- Provide accurate scoping, reporting, and record-keeping across all project activities.
About You
To succeed in this role, you’ll have:
- Proven experience in project and contract management, ideally within the housing or construction sector.
- Experience supervising contractors and suppliers, managing term contracts, and resolving project delivery issues.
- Strong technical knowledge supported by an industry-recognised qualification in construction, contract, or property management.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.
- A solid understanding of Health & Safety, compliance, and risk management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including MS Project.
- A commitment to high-quality delivery and customer satisfaction.
Desirable
- SMSTS or equivalent Health & Safety qualification.
- Evidence of continued professional development.
Essential
- Full UK driving licence.
- Ability to obtain and maintain SC Clearance.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary up to £42,000
- Company car or car allowance
- 6% matched pension contribution
- 25 days annual leave
- Private medical cover (single)
- Life assurance (2x annual salary)
