M&E Small Works Manager

Overview We are currently seeking an M&E Small Works Manager in Bury to take ownership of a growing small works and servicing stream, typically £50k and below, across the North-West. This role suits someone who enjoys running multiple smaller projects properly, keeping clients informed, and delivering clean, compliant works in live environments. A large portion of the work is within healthcare settings, so experience delivering projects in hospitals and occupied buildings will be important. Alongside delivery, there’s a real opportunity to help shape and grow the small works offering, improving structure, consistency and client experience. About the Company Our client is an established building services contractor with a steady pipeline across the region, known for practical delivery and high standards. They’re seeing increased demand for small works and servicing opportunities and want a dedicated manager to lead this area, rather than it sitting alongside larger projects. What You’ll Be Doing * Securing, pricing and delivering M&E small works and minor projects (typically £50k and below) * Preparing quotes, managing budgets, tracking costs and approving invoices * Managing works across mechanical, electrical, ventilation, BMS and associated builders works/joinery * Planning and sequencing works to minimise disruption in live environments, including decant processes where required * Ensuring installations meet current guidelines, relevant HTMs, and quality expectations * Acting as the main point of contact for clients, keeping communication clear and proactive * Coordinating subcontractors and internal labour, managing access, permits and day-to-day site activity * Maintaining strong document control and consistent operational procedures * Leading structured site and client meetings, reporting progress and resolving issues quickly * Ensuring health and safety compliance and responding to changing site conditions Skills & Experience Required * Experience managing FM small works, minor projects or small-value building services projects * Strong track record delivering works in healthcare environments (hospitals / occupied sites) * Broad M&E understanding across mechanical, electrical, ventilation and BMS, plus interface with builders works * Confident pricing, quoting and managing multiple jobs concurrently * Able to demonstrate stability and consistency through work history * Strong organisational skills and a tidy approach to documentation and reporting * Comfortable working in live, occupied environments with minimal disruption * SSSTS or SMSTS (preferred) * Full UK driving licence * Ideally based within approximately 20 miles of Bury (BL9) Desirable * Manual Handling, IPAF, Asbestos Awareness, First Aid Benefits * Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 depending on experience * Car allowance or company van * Pension * Private healthcare (after qualifying period) * Long-term opportunity to grow and shape a dedicated small works and servicing offering