At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage small works and variation projects from start to finish across schools.
- Company: Join Amey, a leader in sustainable infrastructure solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, training opportunities, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive environment with a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while developing your project management skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in project delivery and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 44000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Barnsley – Barnsley HQ, Unit 18 Barnsley BIC, (S751JL). This role will require travel across our schools on the account.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Salary: Dependent on experience.
The Small Works / Variations Manager is responsible for the end-to-end management of variation projects, small works, and client-led changes across a PFI schools account on behalf of Amey, the FM provider. The role ensures that all works are developed, priced, governed, procured, delivered, and closed out in accordance with the requirements of the FM Agreement, project governance procedures, statutory compliance obligations, and client expectations.
What you will do:
- Manage small works and variation projects from start to finish
- Define scope, manage risks, budgets, and costs
- Prepare quotes and oversee procurement and subcontractors
- Act as main client contact and coordinate stakeholders
- Monitor project delivery (time, cost, quality) and lead reporting
- Ensure compliance with contracts, regulations, and governance
- Deliver projects in live environments and manage close-out
What you will bring:
- Experience in small works, FM, construction, or project delivery
- Strong planning, organisation, and cost management skills
- Confident communicator with stakeholder and client experience
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Good IT and numeracy skills
- Collaborative, proactive, and detail-focused approach
Amey is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and requires all staff to demonstrate this commitment in every aspect of their work. You will be required to undergo our enhanced DBS check before commencing employment.
Our benefits:
- Remuneration – Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions
- Career Growth – Shine in your career with advancement opportunities
- Training Opportunities – Unlock your potential with comprehensive training, including fully funded leadership programs tailored to your personal growth
- Holidays – Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further days
- Pension – Generous pension scheme, with extra contributions from Amey
- Flexible benefits – Customise your benefits with options such as insurance benefits, Cycle2Work scheme and access to discounted gym membership
- Exclusive Discounts – Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter
- Give Back to Community – Two Social Impact Days each year, for volunteering and fundraising opportunities
- Family friendly policies for new parents or if you provide care for a dependant
- Membership of our Affinity Networks who connect, support and inspire diverse communities within Amey
About Amey:
We are a leading provider of full life-cycle engineering, operations, and decarbonisation solutions, for transport infrastructure and complex facilities. Our purpose is to deliver sustainable infrastructure solutions that enhance life and protect our shared future. Every day our teams across the UK and internationally do truly important work shaping some of the most complex environments that impact generations to come.
Diversity & Inclusion:
At Amey we constantly evolve how we work to reflect the different needs and backgrounds of our employees. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. We believe everyone deserves an opportunity to shine. As a disability confident leader, we’re proud to guarantee applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.
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