Small Works Supervisor
CV-LibraryCH1, Capenhurst, Cheshire West and ChesterpermanentPosted: 12 August 2026
Apply NowWe are seeking an ambitious Small Works Supervisor to take full ownership of minor capital projects, building fabric alterations, asset lifecycle upgrades, and mechanical/electrical variations across a highly regulated, safety-critical estate.
This role serves as the crucial bridge between operational maintenance supervision and full-scale project management. Moving away from daily hands-on tool-time, you will lead an established on-site technical team, manage specialist sub-contractors, and act as the primary technical interface for corporate client stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Project Delivery & Execution: Scope, plan, budget, and deliver small works, office fit-outs, asset renewals, and minor building variations across mechanical, electrical, and fabric disciplines from initial survey to final handover.
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Team Leadership & Mentorship: Line-manage and direct a dedicated on-site engineering team (Electrical, Mechanical, Fabric); coordinate daily task allocations, oversee quality control, and mentor junior technicians.
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Sub-Contractor Governance: Onboard, schedule, and manage external specialist contractors; verify RAMS, issue Permits to Work (PTW), monitor site performance, and ensure commercial delivery aligns with contract specs.
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Client & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for client representatives, running regular progress meetings, producing clear reporting dashboards, and managing expectations in a live, operational environment.
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Commercial & Procurement Support: Assist with raising purchase orders, conducting job estimates/costings, tracking project spend against budgets, and managing variations.
REQUIREMENTS & PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Experience: Proven track record coordinating small works, minor projects, or lifecycle tasks within Hard FM, building services, or construction fit-outs.
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Technical Foundation: Solid understanding of building services (mechanical, electrical, or structural fabric maintenance).
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Health & Safety: Robust knowledge of permit-to-work systems, RAMS verification, and statutory safety protocols. IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate is highly desirable.
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Leadership & Communication: Natural leadership skills with the confidence to direct multi-trade site teams and present progress clearly to corporate client stakeholders.
Apply online or contact Astrid Camacho at Branta Recruitment for more information and a confidential conversation
This role serves as the crucial bridge between operational maintenance supervision and full-scale project management. Moving away from daily hands-on tool-time, you will lead an established on-site technical team, manage specialist sub-contractors, and act as the primary technical interface for corporate client stakeholders.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
*
Project Delivery & Execution: Scope, plan, budget, and deliver small works, office fit-outs, asset renewals, and minor building variations across mechanical, electrical, and fabric disciplines from initial survey to final handover.
*
Team Leadership & Mentorship: Line-manage and direct a dedicated on-site engineering team (Electrical, Mechanical, Fabric); coordinate daily task allocations, oversee quality control, and mentor junior technicians.
*
Sub-Contractor Governance: Onboard, schedule, and manage external specialist contractors; verify RAMS, issue Permits to Work (PTW), monitor site performance, and ensure commercial delivery aligns with contract specs.
*
Client & Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for client representatives, running regular progress meetings, producing clear reporting dashboards, and managing expectations in a live, operational environment.
*
Commercial & Procurement Support: Assist with raising purchase orders, conducting job estimates/costings, tracking project spend against budgets, and managing variations.
REQUIREMENTS & PERSON SPECIFICATION
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Experience: Proven track record coordinating small works, minor projects, or lifecycle tasks within Hard FM, building services, or construction fit-outs.
*
Technical Foundation: Solid understanding of building services (mechanical, electrical, or structural fabric maintenance).
*
Health & Safety: Robust knowledge of permit-to-work systems, RAMS verification, and statutory safety protocols. IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH General Certificate is highly desirable.
*
Leadership & Communication: Natural leadership skills with the confidence to direct multi-trade site teams and present progress clearly to corporate client stakeholders.
Apply online or contact Astrid Camacho at Branta Recruitment for more information and a confidential conversation