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Small Works Manager

Job details
Posting date: 26 January 2026
Salary: £55,000 to £60,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 02 February 2026
Location: Essex, Essex, CM12 9AJ
Company: Daniel Owen Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DO WORKS MANAGER_1769426312

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Summary

Small Works Project Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Small Works Project Manager to join a well-established contractor delivering multiple small-value projects. This is a great opportunity for a driven professional who thrives in managing concurrent projects and takes pride in delivering high-quality work safely, on time, and within budget.

The Role

As Small Works Project Manager, you will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of multiple projects, from initial scoping and costing through to completion and handover. You will be client-facing, commercially aware, and highly organised, with the ability to manage programmes, budgets, subcontractors, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Project Delivery

  • Manage several small works projects concurrently from inception to completion

  • Plan and coordinate labour, materials, subcontractors, and programmes

  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to specification

  • Conduct site visits, progress meetings, snagging, and quality inspections

Commercial & Financial Control

  • Prepare and manage project budgets, cost plans, and forecasts

  • Control variations, valuations, and final accounts

  • Drive profitability while maintaining quality and client satisfaction

  • Liaise with commercial teams as required

Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Act as the main point of contact for clients across assigned projects

  • Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships

  • Attend client meetings and provide regular progress updates

  • Resolve issues efficiently and professionally

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure works are delivered in line with company H&S policies and statutory requirements

  • Prepare and review RAMS and method statements

  • Promote a strong health and safety culture on site

  • Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, and contractual standards

Administration & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate project documentation and records

  • Produce regular progress, cost, and programme reports

  • Ensure timely completion of handover documentation and O&M manuals

About You

Essential Requirements

  • Proven experience managing small works or minor projects within construction, maintenance, or fit-out

  • Enhanced DBS clearance

  • SMSTS or SSSTS certification

  • Strong organisational and time-management skills

  • Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently

  • Good commercial and contractual awareness

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Competent in MS Office and project management systems

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