Small Works Manager

Company: Peace Recruitment
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Location: Aberdeen
Job Description:

Job Description

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A well-established construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Small Works Manager to oversee its commercial small works divisions across Aberdeen.

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This is a senior operational position with responsibility for managing the successful delivery of a varied portfolio of commercial projects, while supporting the continued growth and development of the division.

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The Role

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Reporting into senior management, you will take overall responsibility for the operational delivery of multiple commercial projects, ensuring they are delivered safely, efficiently, profitably and to the required standard.

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The project portfolio is varied and includes works across areas such as:

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  • Commercial refurbishment and small works
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  • Roofing and refurbishment of older buildings
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  • Heritage-type properties
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  • Leisure facilities
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  • General commercial construction
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  • Planned and reactive works
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The successful candidate will oversee operations across Aberdeen, working closely with project and site teams to ensure programmes, commercial performance, quality and client relationships are maintained.

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Key Responsibilities

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  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the small works division.
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  • Manage multiple projects from mobilisation through to completion and handover.
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  • Provide leadership and direction to project and site teams.
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  • Monitor programme, costs, resources, quality and health & safety across projects.
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  • Ensure projects are delivered profitably and in line with agreed budgets.
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  • Support project teams with operational and commercial decision-making.
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  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors and supply chain partners.
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  • Identify operational improvements and opportunities to increase efficiency and profitability.
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  • Support the continued growth of the divisions and help develop the existing team structure.
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  • Ensure consistent standards are maintained across both locations.
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About You

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We are keen to speak with experienced Contracts Managers, Operations Managers, Small Works Managers or Senior Project Managers who have a strong background within commercial construction.

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You will ideally have:

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  • Significant experience managing multiple commercial construction projects.
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  • A strong understanding of refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance or general commercial construction.
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  • Experience overseeing projects/divisions with a turnover of several million pounds.
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  • Strong leadership and people-management experience.
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  • Good commercial awareness and an understanding of project profitability.
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  • The ability to manage multiple teams and projects across different locations.
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Package

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  • Salary: circa £75,000 plus package
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  • Senior operational position with significant responsibility
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  • Opportunity to play a key role in the continued growth of the division
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  • Varied portfolio of commercial projects
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This is a confidential opportunity, so further information regarding the business and current structure will be provided during the recruitment process.

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Posted: October 3rd, 2026