Small Works Manager

Small Works Manager (mechanical contracting / building services engineering) sought, Bristol / London. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Small Works Manager (Building Services Engineering / HVAC) to join a dynamic Contracts team within a growing mechanical engineering contractor.

This role is responsible for overseeing a high-volume portfolio of mechanical building services projects, typically valued up to -250,000, contributing to a departmental turnover of approximately -2 million per annum.

You will take full ownership of projects from tender stage through to delivery and handover, while leading a small team to successfully deliver multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the tendering and delivery of mechanical building services projects up to -250k
• Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery to programme, budget, quality, and safety standards
• Prepare and submit competitive quotations and tenders for HVAC&R installations
• Review tender documentation and identify technical and commercial risks
• Support the design and development of HVAC&R systems, working independently or with an in-house design team
• Liaise with suppliers and manufacturers to specify appropriate equipment and materials
• Maintain full commercial control, including cost management and financial performance
• Lead projects from pre-start through commissioning to final handover
• Plan project scope, schedules, and activities
• Coordinate engineers, supervisors, and subcontractors to ensure efficient delivery
• Attend site as required to support project progress and resolve issues
• Manage project documentation in line with ISO9001 quality standards
• Act as a key client-facing contact, maintaining strong working relationships
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and environmental regulations
• Drive continuous improvement across small works delivery

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience managing mechanical building services or HVAC projects
• Experience working within small works, fast-track, or high-volume project environments
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
• Experience in tendering and commercial project management
• Solid understanding of HVAC&R design and system selection
• Practical, hands-on problem-solving ability
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Strong commercial awareness and budget management capability
• High attention to detail with a process-driven approach
• Good working knowledge of Health & Safety regulations within construction
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Project) and project management tools
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A HNC/HND in Building Services Engineering is preferred, although substantial industry experience (typically 10+ years) will also be considered.

In return? We are offering a substantial package to include a basic subject to experience, 25 days AL (and birthdays, AL etc), mid-day Friday finish, and various further all whilst working for a progressive business offering onward development and progression.

Interested? Click APPLY and contact Vic Bekker at Bekk R Solutions for a confidential discussion.