Small Works / Maintenance Manager - M&E

Henley Chase; Sleaford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm based in Sleaford is seeking an experienced Small Works / Maintenance Manager with a strong Mechanical & Electrical bias to manage small works and maintenance projects. This role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and the opportunity to contribute to departmental growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary + benefits package

Opportunities for career development

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing small works and/or maintenance projects.
• Strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) knowledge with a technical or trade background.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of small works and maintenance projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee M&E-focused works, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
• Liaise with clients to deliver exceptional service.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Mechanical & Electrical knowledge

Organizational skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant qualifications in M&E or construction management

Job description

Overview

Small Works / Maintenance Manager (M&E Bias) – Location: Sleaford. Contract: Permanent, Full-time. We are a forward-thinking organisation with a growing Small Works and Maintenance department. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality projects and services, we are now looking to expand our team with experienced and ambitious Small Works / Maintenance Managers who have a strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) bias. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and shaping our department as we continue to grow.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of small works and maintenance projects from inception to completion.
• Oversee M&E-focused works, ensuring technical excellence and compliance.
• Liaise with clients to fully understand requirements and deliver exceptional service.
• Prepare project programmes, budgets, and resource plans.
• Manage subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring quality and value for money.
• Monitor project progress, costs, and risks, providing regular updates to senior management.
• Promote health, safety, and environmental best practice on all works.
• Support the growth and development of the department by identifying new opportunities and driving service improvements.

About You

• Proven experience in managing small works and/or maintenance projects.
• Strong Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) knowledge with a technical or trade background.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and client-facing abilities.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to manage budgets and deliver value.
• Proactive, ambitious, and keen to contribute to departmental growth.
• Relevant qualifications in M&E or construction management (desirable but not essential).

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and progression.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• The chance to shape and influence a growing department.