Pre-Construction Manager

Pre-Construction Manager – Commercial Fit Out

Location: Manchester

Salary: £65,000 – £75,000 per annum

Car Allowance: £5,000 per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

LGP Consultancy are currently recruiting for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager on behalf of an established and highly regarded commercial fit-out contractor based in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join a well-established business with a strong track record across commercial, retail, leisure and high-quality fit-out projects.

The successful candidate will take ownership of the pre-construction process, working closely with clients, consultants, architects, subcontractors, suppliers and the internal delivery team to ensure projects are fully developed, procured and ready for a successful start on site.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong commercial fit-out / design & build background, excellent technical understanding and the ability to manage projects from tender through to handover to the delivery team.

The Role

As Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the pre-construction process from tender award through to the successful handover of the project to the delivery team.

You will be responsible for coordinating design, procurement, programming, risk, subcontractor engagement and pre-start activities, ensuring projects are fully prepared before works commence on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the pre-construction process from tender award through to handover to the delivery team.
• Review drawings, Employer’s Requirements, specifications, scopes of work, tender information and RFIs.
• Manage RFIs with clients, consultants, architects and the supply chain.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, architects and internal teams to establish project scope, requirements and deliverables.
• Identify project risks at an early stage and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Initiate MEP design development and approvals with consultants prior to start on site.
• Coordinate and ensure Stage 5 construction information and drawings are completed and approved prior to start on site.
• Work with the Project Director to select the Project Manager, Quantity Surveyor and Site Manager for each project.
• Establish and lead regular pre-construction/project coordination meetings.
• Engage with and manage Building Control throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee subcontractor procurement and placement of orders, ensuring compliant orders are issued to the most suitable and competitive supply chain.
• Develop detailed project programmes and procurement schedules with the supply chain.
• Produce and manage procurement strategies to ensure alignment with project programmes.
• Ensure subcontractor and supplier orders are placed in line with programme requirements.
• Liaise with the supply chain to ensure design, procurement and logistics are fully aligned ahead of start on site.
• Place orders for miscellaneous materials and products as required.
• Lead the joinery pre-construction process, including drawings, RFIs, material procurement, ordering and handover to the workshop.
• Ensure joinery and associated procurement activities are aligned with programme requirements.
• Organise pre-start meetings with clients, shopping centres, consultants and relevant stakeholders.
• Ensure all required permits and approvals are in place ahead of start on site.
• Organise and chair pre-start meetings with subcontractors and the delivery team.
• Establish weekly subcontractor/site coordination meetings for the delivery team.
• Work closely with the estimating team to develop programmes, procurement schedules, logistics plans and project methodologies.
• Attend and contribute to tender interviews and client presentations.
• Ensure projects comply with all relevant regulatory, health & safety and quality requirements.
• Complete and coordinate Health & Safety Files, O&M documentation, certification and other handover requirements prior to Practical Completion.
• Ensure a smooth and fully coordinated transition from pre-construction into project delivery.

About You

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working within pre-construction, pre-contracts or project management within the commercial fit-out sector.

You will ideally have experience working for a main contractor delivering commercial, retail, leisure or high-end fit-out projects and be comfortable taking ownership of projects through design development, procurement and pre-start.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate:

• Proven experience in a Pre-Construction Manager / Pre-Contracts Manager / Senior Project Manager position.
• Strong commercial fit-out or design & build experience.
• Excellent understanding of construction drawings, specifications and scopes of work.
• Strong technical and design coordination knowledge.
• Experience managing MEP design and approvals.
• Strong procurement and subcontractor management experience.
• Experience developing construction programmes and procurement schedules.
• Excellent understanding of project risk and mitigation.
• Experience coordinating clients, consultants, architects and subcontractors.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
• Experience with Stage 5 design information and construction documentation.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and deadlines simultaneously.
• A proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• £75,000 basic salary
• £5,000 car allowance
• Permanent position with an established commercial fit-out contractor
• Opportunity to work on high-profile commercial, retail and leisure projects
• Strong level of autonomy and responsibility
• Opportunity to work closely with senior management and the project delivery team
• Long-term career development and progression
• Collaborative and established working environment

Interested?

If you are an experienced Pre-Construction Manager with a strong commercial fit-out background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Greater Manchester area, LGP Consultancy would be keen to hear from you.

Please apply with an up-to-date CV or contact LGP Consultancy directly for a confidential discussion about the position.

Pay: £75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company car
• Free or subsidised travel
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person