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Building Projects Manager

18th March 2026
Organisation:
Portland Works Little Sheffield Ltd
Salary:
£13,280 pa (FTE £33,200)
Location:
Portland Works, Randall Street, Sheffield, S2 4SJ
Hours and Working Pattern:
2 days per week
Term of Employment:
Permanent
Job Reference:

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Building Projects Manager to oversee the planning and management of the conservation (maintenance, repairs, alterations and facilities) of the Grade II* listed building Portland Works. We are a not-for profit, volunteer led former cutlery works close to Bramall Lane in Sheffield and we now provide low cost workshop space to small businesses and craftspeople.
As Building Projects Manager, you will identify and prioritise repair and maintenance requirements, manage the building works budget and agree priorities for funding with colleagues.

Main duties include:
• Identify and prioritise all repair and maintenance requirements
• Manage the building works budget and determine priorities for funding
• Prepare applications for grants and statutory consents on behalf of the Board
• Prepare written scope of works and cost/time estimates for proposed work
• Prepare risk assessments for the conduct of building work
• Manage external contractors, from tender process to works completion
• Specify and manage the tasks to be completed by the Building Works Volunteers (exclusively on Tuesdays)
• Specify the purchase, repair and disposal of tools and materials
• Ensure Health and Safety policies are adhered to
• Participate in meetings of Directors
• Deputise for the General Manager in their absence

How to Apply

To apply: Please submit an up-to-date CV and covering email (no more than 500 words) explaining why you are interested in the role and how you meet the requirements to genmanager@portlandworks.co.uk.

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