Mechanical Small Works Manager

Cibsejournal; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the mechanical sector located in Leicester is seeking a Mechanical Small Works Manager. The role involves managing multiple mechanical projects, ensuring high standards in delivery, and coordinating with clients, engineers, and subcontractors. Candidates should have proven experience in mechanical contracting along with technical knowledge in HVAC and plumbing. The position offers a competitive salary of £45K plus additional benefits including a performance bonus and a supportive team environment, providing real opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Company vehicle or car allowance

Pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical contracting, ideally in a similar project manager role.
• Strong technical knowledge across HVAC, plumbing, and general building services.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver multiple mechanical projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinate with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Prepare scopes, quotations, schedules, and method statements.
• Monitor project progress, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensure all works comply with health & safety regulations.
• Provide technical support and resolve site issues.

Skills

Mechanical contracting experience

Technical knowledge in HVAC

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management

Commercial awareness

Education

NVQ Plumbing and Heating

Gas Safe certification

SMSTS/SSSTS or relevant H&S qualifications

Job description

Your new company

We are recruiting on behalf of a reputable company located in Leicester, seeking a Mechanical Small Works Manager. This company specialises in delivering small-value mechanical projects, ranging from £5k to £250k, including planned refurbishments, maintenance upgrades, reactive works, and minor installations.

Your new role

As the Mechanical Small Works Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing and delivering multiple mechanical projects from inception to completion.
• Coordinating with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Preparing scopes, quotations, schedules, and method statements.
• Monitoring project progress, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Ensuring all works comply with health & safety and regulatory standards.
• Providing technical support and resolving site issues.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Proven experience in mechanical contracting, ideally in a similar small works/project manager role.
• Strong technical knowledge across HVAC, plumbing, and general building services.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Commercial awareness and ability to quote works confidently.
• Preferred qualifications: SMSTS/SSSTS, CSCS, or relevant H&S qualifications.
• Mechanical qualifications: NVQ Plumbing and Heating, Gas Safe.

What you'll get in return

The company offers:

• Competitive salary of £45K plus a performance bonus.
• Company vehicle or car allowance.
• Pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Friendly, supportive team environment.
• Real opportunity to grow with the business.

What you need to do now

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