Small Works Manager

Location: Cramlington

Salary: Competitive (DOE) + Car Allowance/Company Vehicle + Benefits

Recruiter: Randstad Construction, Property & Engineering

Randstad is proud to be working with a leading, multi-disciplinary construction group that has built a reputation for excellence over the last 20+ years. Following a period of sustained growth, they are seeking a hands-on and commercially minded Small Works Manager to join their specialist Minor Works and Maintenance division.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a proactive leader to take ownership of a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from 5k to 200k. You will be joining a business where 96% of work comes from repeat clients and long-term frameworks, including high-profile contracts in the Healthcare (NHS), Commercial, and Industrial sectors.

As the Small Works Manager, you will be the bridge between the client and the site teams. You will manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and to an impeccable standard of quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight: Manage a variety of small works projects including office refurbishments, building fabric repairs, floor finishes, and reception upgrades.
• Commercial Management: Oversee the quotation process, review engineer/subcontractor reports, and ensure works are priced accurately for profitability.
• Team Leadership: Supervise directly employed trades and specialist subcontractors, ensuring high productivity and morale.
• Client Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for clients, attending site meetings and providing regular progress updates.
• H&S Compliance: Ensure all works are delivered in strict accordance with Health & Safety regulations, RAMS, and industry standards (CHAS/Constructionline).
• Logistics: Coordinate materials, plant, and labour resources effectively to meet tight deadlines with minimal disruption to the client's daily operations.

We are looking for someone who "thinks on their feet" and has a proven track record in managing fast-paced, small-to-medium-scale construction schemes.

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven background as a Small Works Manager, Contracts Manager, or Senior Site Manager within the refurbishment or maintenance sectors.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of building fabric, internal fit-outs, and general construction trades.
• Certifications: Valid SMSTS or SSSTS, CSCS (Black or Gold card preferred), and First Aid.
• Commercial Acumen: Ability to price works, manage budgets, and identify "value engineering" opportunities.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to manage resident/client expectations in live environments (e.g., hospitals or occupied offices).
• Travel: Full UK Driving Licence is essential as you will be visiting various sites across the region.

• Stability: Work for a financially robust group with a heavy pipeline of framework-secured projects.
• Autonomy: Manage your own diary and lead your projects from inception to completion.
• Growth: A company culture that invests in staff training and career development.
• Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance or vehicle, pension scheme, and a supportive team environment.

If you are an experienced construction professional looking for a new challenge with a respected regional leader, please submit your CV today to Rhianna in the Newcastle Office.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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