Planned Works Manager

Job Description:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Planned Works Manager / Contracts Manager on behalf of a well-established and growing building maintenance and refurbishment contractor operating across the East Midlands.

Our client delivers a wide range of building maintenance, minor works, and refurbishment projects for public sector and commercial clients. Projects typically range in value from £1,000 to £250,000 and include building maintenance, internal refurbishments, compliance works, fire door installations, and planned repair programmes.

Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Contracts Manager to oversee multiple live projects and support the operational delivery of works across the region.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing several maintenance and minor works projects simultaneously, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

You will coordinate operatives, subcontractors, and clients across a number of live sites while maintaining strong relationships and ensuring smooth project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple building maintenance and refurbishment projects simultaneously

• Oversee projects from order receipt through to completion and handover

• Ensure works are delivered on time and within budget

• Monitor project programmes and resolve site issues where required

• Attend client meetings and provide updates on project progress

• Coordinate direct labour and subcontractors across live sites

• Carry out site visits, inspections, and quality checks

• Ensure works are delivered in accordance with RAMS and health & safety requirements

• Assist with monitoring project costs, variations, and valuations

• Ensure projects are delivered within agreed margins

• Support with project documentation, reporting, and programme updates

Requirements

Essential

• Experience working for a building maintenance, refurbishment, or minor works contractor

• Experience managing multiple small to medium-sized projects simultaneously

• Good understanding of construction trades and processes

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Experience managing site teams and subcontractors

• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• SMSTS or SSSTS

• First Aid qualification

• Experience working with public sector frameworks

• Knowledge of compliance works such as fire doors or building compliance

Package

• Salary: £50,000 per annum

• Company car or car allowance

• Pension scheme

• Opportunity to join a growing contractor with a strong pipeline of work

• Projects across the East Midlands region

If you are an experienced Contracts Manager or Planned Works Manager looking for your next opportunity, please apply with your CV or contact us for more information.