Small Works Project Manager

Antac Support Services Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or car allowance

Mobile phone

Fuel card

Job summary

Antac Support Services Limited is recruiting for a Small Works Manager. The role is based at the Cobham Office with travel to High Wycombe, Halton and Reading sites. You will liaise with site teams and clients to price and quote small works projects and oversee delivery.

We value strong carpentry and plumbing knowledge, proven supervisory experience, and excellent communication. A full UK driving licence and ability to pass vetting are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Carpentry and plumbing knowledge preferred from the tools
• Proven supervisor or management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to pass security vetting

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple small works projects from enquiry to completion
• Conduct site surveys to assess requirements and risks
• Prepare cost estimates, quotations and schedules
• Procure materials and coordinate labour and subcontractors
• Produce RAMs and method statements
• Carry out regular site visits to oversee operations
• Maintain client relationships with regular progress updates
• Monitor costs, variations and budgets
• Identify opportunities to improve delivery and efficiency

Skills

Carpentry knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Supervision/management

Communication

Driving licence

Education

SMSTS

IOSH

CSCS

Job description

Antac is a national organisation offering a range of services including building and maintenance, mechanical, electrical and HVAC services, commercial office cleaning, window cleaning and rope access services. Over the last 25 years, we have helped organisations achieve outstanding results and we are continuing to grow in 2026!

We are looking for a Small Works Manager with a strong trade background to join our growing team on a full time, permanent basis. The role will be based at our Cobham Office but will require travel across our commercial sites in High Wycombe, Halton and Reading areas. You’ll be responsible for liaising with our site teams and clients to price and quote small works projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple small works projects from initial enquiry through to successful completion
• Conduct detailed site surveys to assess project requirements and identify any potential risks
• Prepare accurate cost estimates, quotations and schedules of works for a variety of small works projects
• Procure materials and coordinate labour and subcontractors to ensure projects run smoothly
• Produce, review and implement Risk Assessments and Method Statements (RAMs)
• Carry out regular site visits to oversee day to day operations, monitor progress and address any issues
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients throughout each project providing regular progress updates
• Monitor project costs, variations and budgets to maintain effective cost control throughout
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery, customer satisfaction and operational efficiency

What are we looking for?

• Strong carpentry and plumbing knowledge (preferably from the tools)
• Proven supervisor or management experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to pass security vetting

Desired Qualifications:

• SMSTS
• IOSH
• CSCS

We are a well established company with a down to earth family feel. We value our employees and pride ourselves on having a great company culture. If you’re ready to support impactful projects within a growing organisation, there has never been a better time to become part of our journey!

Antac is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and we ensure that individuals are treated solely on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities, but actively encourage applications from women and minority groups.

I have worked for Antac for 15 years and watched it grow to the very successful company it is now. I enjoy every minute of working here and the challenges that it brings.

Great company to work for that cares about their staff.

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About Antac

Antac Support Services are a Facilities Management Company that undertake a variety of maintenance & project work, supporting some of the UK’s leading organisations, as well as Government Departments. We employ over 450 members of staff who are located either on site or in one of our 8 offices around the UK and we’re continuingly growing so It’s never been a better time to join Antac!

Antac employs some of the highest calibre of construction specialists. We are a well-established, growing company with a down-to-earth family feel. As well as receiving a competitive salary, the successful candidate will receive a company vehicle or car allowance, mobile phone and fuel card. As well as this, you will work for a growing company that values its employees and has a great company culture.