Job Role: Small Works Manager
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
Location: Kent (covering Folkestone, Gillingham, Canterbury, Margate & Ashford)
Hours: Permanent, MondayFriday, 8am5pm
Salary: Up to £42,000 + Company Car / Car Allowance
About the Role
Mainstay Recruitment are recruiting for an excellent opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Small Works Manager to join a dedicated Billable Works team for our prestigious client. Youll 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.
Youll 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
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, youll 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)
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