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Small Works Manager

Job Title: Small Works Manager

Location: Preston (serving Northwest region, predominantly Lancashire)
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Start: March (Immediate availability)

We are partnering with a well-established, family-run construction business in the North West to recruit an experienced Small Works Manager. The company has a strong reputation for delivering high-quality builds across a wide range of sectors, including commercial, education, healthcare, industrial, residential, and leisure projects.


Duties

  • Lead and coordinate multiple small works projects (up to £50,000) across a diverse client base

  • Manage and allocate work to trades, sub-contractors, and working foremen/supervisors across different sites

  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the expected quality standards

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teams

  • Uphold health and safety and quality assurance standards across all projects

This role is ideal for a hands-on, proactive construction professional who can manage multiple sites and trades effectively while maintaining high standards of delivery.


Requirements

  • Proven experience in small works management or project management across small works within construction

  • Experience across commercial, education, healthcare, or industrial environments is preferred

  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple trades and teams simultaneously

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities

  • Solutions-focused mindset with a commitment to quality


Location: Preston | Salary: £45000 - £50000 per year | Job type: Permanent | Posted: 05/03/2026