Building Projects Manager

Voluntary Action Sheffield; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 14,000; Part time

Job summary

An organization dedicated to community support is seeking a Line Manager in Sheffield to oversee the conservation of a historic building. You'll manage volunteers, prioritize maintenance tasks, and ensure compliance with health and safety standards. This part-time position (16 hours/week) offers a pro-rata salary of £13,280, with 25 days annual leave. The role requires flexibility and includes opportunities for professional growth. Applications are to be submitted directly to the General Manager.

Benefits

25 days of annual leave

Pension (NEST)

Opportunity to visit before interviews

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in buildings maintenance or project management.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience of managing or working with volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Manage the conservation of Portland Works, a historic building.
• Identify and prioritise building maintenance repairs.
• Manage the building works budget and apply for grants.

Skills

Project management

Excellent communication skills

Flexibility and adaptability

Volunteer management

Health & Safety knowledge

Problem-solving

Job description

Line Manager for:

Day-to-day tasking of building work volunteers

Job purpose:

Planning and management of the conservation (maintenance, repairs, alterations and facilities) of Portland Works Sheffield (Grade II* listed building)

Hours:

16 hours a week. Precise working pattern to be negotiated but will include full working day every Tuesday. Some flexibility in working hours is required, including occasional working evenings and weekends.

Main Duties

• Identify and prioritise all repair and maintenance requirements
• Manage the building works budget (£20 - £30k per annum) and agree priorities for funding with colleagues
• Prepare applications for grants and statutory consents on behalf of the Board
• Prepare written scope of works and cost/time estimates for proposed work
• Prepare risk assessments for the conduct of building work
• Manage external contractors, from tender process to works completion
• Specify and manage the tasks to be completed by the Building Works Volunteers (exclusively on Tuesdays)
• Specify the purchase, repair and disposal of tools and materials
• Ensure Health and Safety policies are adhered to
• Participate in meetings of Directors
• Deputise for the General Manager in their absence

Person Specification

• Substantial experience in a similar role, e.g. buildings maintenance, Clerk of Works, project management, architecture, surveying
• A good working knowledge of Health & Safety issues and legislation
• Knowledge of the regulatory and advisory framework: some or all of planning legislation, Building Regulations, COSHH and IOSH.
• Excellent communications skills across all mediums
• A track record of applying sound judgement to identify issues and solve problems
• Flexibility and adaptability to day-to-day tasks
• Experience of managing or working with volunteers
• Experience of conservation of heritage buildings
• Supportive of the principles of The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) Manifesto

What we offer

• Permanent contract (subject to 6 month successful probation period)
• Pro-rata salary for 16 hours of £13,280 a year (Full time equivalent is £33,200 per annum)
• 25 days of annual leave per year, plus bank holidays – pro rata for 16 hours
• Pension (National Employment Savings Trust)

Location: Sheffield

Type of Contract: Part Time

Hours: 0.4 fte, 16 hours per week

Closing Date: 18-02-2026

How to Apply: See our website for full details. Apply by sending CV and covering letter to the General Manager, highlighting how you meet the essential criteria for the role. There is an opportunity to visit us before the interviews.