Job Title: Small Works Contract Manager
Location: Sidcup & Home Counties
Salary: 50,000 to 55,000

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Works Contract Manager to join a dynamic and expanding family-owned construction and maintenance contractor.
With a strong presence across the retail, service, and hospitality sectors, our client delivers high-quality electrical, general building, and maintenance works. As Contract Manager, you will play a key role in overseeing operational performance and ensuring the seamless delivery of multiple small works projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and oversee approximately 20 site staff across multiple small works projects.
Coordinate and manage the operation and maintenance of electrical and general building works.
Draft, review, and assist in the negotiation of business contract terms and conditions.
Conduct regular reviews of Health & Safety documentation including RAMS, in accordance with company policies.
Monitor build stages, fire assessment plans, and ensure timely communication and implementation of any changes.
Liaise with Construction Managers to align programmes and schedules, especially around timber frame erection.
Ensure enabling works are delivered on time, rescheduling where necessary to maintain project momentum.
Minimise and manage delays through structured planning and proactive issue resolution.
Provide regular reports on project progress, H&S compliance, quality control, and commercial matters.
Plan and coordinate deliveries and labour to meet build programmes effectively.
Lead on-site erection teams, ensuring adherence to quality standards and professionalism.
Troubleshoot and resolve site-related issues, feeding back insights to design and production teams to avoid recurring problems.
Complete all required handover procedures to a high standard.
Work across various regional locations as projects require.

Requirements:

Proven experience in a similar Contract Manager role, ideally within maintenance or small works.
Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation and best practices.
Ability to read technical drawings and assess build sequences and schedules.
Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and teams simultaneously.
Flexible and willing to travel regionally as needed.