Small Works Manager X 2

HF Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services contractor is seeking two experienced Small Works Managers to oversee reactive maintenance and small works projects across HVAC systems in Edinburgh. This hands-on role requires proven management experience, strong technical knowledge, and leadership skills. The successful candidates will coordinate service calls, supervise engineers, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and maintain client relationships. A competitive salary, car allowance, and opportunities for career progression are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Car allowance

Death in service scheme

Private medical care

Critical illness cover

Perk box subscriptions

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in plumbing & heating management, ideally in reactive maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate reactive HVAC service calls and small works projects.
• Supervise and support field engineers, ensuring timely job completion.
• Liaise with clients to provide updates and resolve issues.

Skills

Plumbing & Heating management

Technical knowledge of HVAC systems

Organisational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant qualifications in HVAC, Plumbing and Gas

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Small Works Manager x 2

Salary: Negotiable Dependent On Experience

Location: Glasgow & Edinburgh

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

HF Group is one of the UK's leading multi-discipline building services contractors, delivering high-quality solutions across Electrical, Mechanical, Fire & Security, Telecommunications, and Automated Controls. With a legacy spanning over 3 centuries and a family culture, we consider all of our employees as part of the family and invaluable assets to our ongoing business. Our head office is in Glasgow with offices in Edinburgh, Manchester, Belfast and Aberdeen, providing services to clients across both public and private sectors throughout the UK.

About The Role:

As part of our continued growth, we are seeking 2 experienced and pro-active Small Works Reactive HVAC Manager's to work within our Mechanical divisions, 1 x Glasgow and 1 x Edinburgh. The successful candidates will oversee the delivery of reactive maintenance and small works projects across our HVAC portfolio. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day operations, co-ordinating engineers, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality service to clients. These are hands-on leadership roles and are ideal for candidates who can drive safe, efficient and productive environments.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating reactive HVAC service calls and small works projects
• Supervising and supporting field engineers, ensuring timely completion of jobs
• Overseeing scheduling, resource allocation, and job prioritisation
• Ensuring compliance with health & safety regulations and industry standards
• Liaising with clients to provide updates, resolve issues, and maintain strong relationships
• Monitoring performance, budgets, and KPIs to ensure efficient service delivery
• Preparing reports and documentation for completed works
• Monitoring client portals to track job progress, updates, and compliance requirements
• Reviewing engineers' reports and pricing remedial works accordingly, ensuring accuracy and profitability

Key Skills, Qualifications and Experience Required

• Proven experience in Plumbing & Heating management, ideally within reactive maintenance and small works area of expertise
• Strong technical knowledge of HVAC systems and industry standards
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Strong communication and client-facing skills
• Relevant qualifications in HVAC, Plumbing and or Gas
• Full UK driving licence

In Return We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• Car Allowance
• Death in Service Scheme
• Private Medical Care
• Critical Illness Cover
• Perk box Subscriptions
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development
• A supportive team environment with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction

Additional Information

Applications close on Friday, 2nd January 2026, if you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

HF Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

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