Londinium Recruitment
Pre Construction Manager
Job Location
Farringdon, United Kingdom
Job Description
Company Overview:
We are a leading construction firm known for delivering high-quality civil engineering projects. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join our team. This role is critical to our operations, ensuring that projects are strategically planned, tendered, and transitioned to the delivery phase with precision. Currently turning over £50M with a view to increase that to £60M over the next year.
Role Summary:
As the Pre-Construction Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful planning and execution of projects from inception through to delivery. This position is ideal for a professional with a robust civil engineering background, preferably with experience as a Setting Out Engineer, who has a proven track record in managing projects and client relationships. You will lead tenders, manage pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), and act as the key liaison for clients, ensuring a seamless handover to the project delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
* Oversee the entire pre-construction phase, including project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
* Coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary teams to align with project goals.
* Serve as the primary client contact throughout the pre-construction process.
Client Engagement:
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
* Conduct client meetings to understand project requirements, address concerns, and provide ongoing updates.
Tender and Bid Management:
* Lead the preparation and submission of tenders, bids, and PQQs.
* Collaborate with estimating and commercial teams to develop competitive, accurate bids.
* Analyse tender documents and contracts, identifying risks and opportunities.
Technical Oversight:
* Provide technical expertise during design and planning phases, ensuring feasibility and industry compliance.
* Review engineering plans, specifications, and requirements, offering feedback and recommendations.
* Ensure pre-construction activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Project Handover:
* Facilitate a smooth transition from pre-construction to the project delivery teams.
* Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate for handover.
Qualifications:
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
* Professional accreditation (e.g., CEng, MICE) is desirable.
Experience:
* Minimum of 10 years in the construction industry, focusing on civil engineering projects.
* Experience as a Setting Out Engineer is highly desirable.
* Proven expertise in managing pre-construction activities, including tendering, bidding, and client engagement.
* Demonstrated experience running projects from conception to completion.
Skills:
* Strong leadership and management abilities, with potential for growth into a director-level role.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain strong client relationships.
* Proficiency in project management and estimating software.
* Thorough understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes, and industry regulations.
Personal Attributes:
* Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
* Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
* Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* A collaborative team player who can also work independently.
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse civil engineering projects.
* Career development with potential for leadership roles.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you're a driven professional with a passion for civil engineering and pre-construction management, we want to hear from you
Location: Farringdon, GB
Posted Date: 11/25/2024
We are a leading construction firm known for delivering high-quality civil engineering projects. We are currently seeking a dynamic and experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join our team. This role is critical to our operations, ensuring that projects are strategically planned, tendered, and transitioned to the delivery phase with precision. Currently turning over £50M with a view to increase that to £60M over the next year.
Role Summary:
As the Pre-Construction Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the successful planning and execution of projects from inception through to delivery. This position is ideal for a professional with a robust civil engineering background, preferably with experience as a Setting Out Engineer, who has a proven track record in managing projects and client relationships. You will lead tenders, manage pre-qualification questionnaires (PQQs), and act as the key liaison for clients, ensuring a seamless handover to the project delivery teams.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management:
* Oversee the entire pre-construction phase, including project planning, budgeting, and scheduling.
* Coordinate and manage multi-disciplinary teams to align with project goals.
* Serve as the primary client contact throughout the pre-construction process.
Client Engagement:
* Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and partners.
* Conduct client meetings to understand project requirements, address concerns, and provide ongoing updates.
Tender and Bid Management:
* Lead the preparation and submission of tenders, bids, and PQQs.
* Collaborate with estimating and commercial teams to develop competitive, accurate bids.
* Analyse tender documents and contracts, identifying risks and opportunities.
Technical Oversight:
* Provide technical expertise during design and planning phases, ensuring feasibility and industry compliance.
* Review engineering plans, specifications, and requirements, offering feedback and recommendations.
* Ensure pre-construction activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Project Handover:
* Facilitate a smooth transition from pre-construction to the project delivery teams.
* Ensure all documentation is complete and accurate for handover.
Qualifications:
Education:
* Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
* Professional accreditation (e.g., CEng, MICE) is desirable.
Experience:
* Minimum of 10 years in the construction industry, focusing on civil engineering projects.
* Experience as a Setting Out Engineer is highly desirable.
* Proven expertise in managing pre-construction activities, including tendering, bidding, and client engagement.
* Demonstrated experience running projects from conception to completion.
Skills:
* Strong leadership and management abilities, with potential for growth into a director-level role.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build and maintain strong client relationships.
* Proficiency in project management and estimating software.
* Thorough understanding of construction contracts, procurement processes, and industry regulations.
Personal Attributes:
* Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
* Detail-oriented with strong organisational skills.
* Able to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* A collaborative team player who can also work independently.
Why Join Us?
* Opportunity to work on exciting and diverse civil engineering projects.
* Career development with potential for leadership roles.
* Competitive salary and benefits package.
If you're a driven professional with a passion for civil engineering and pre-construction management, we want to hear from you
Location: Farringdon, GB
Posted Date: 11/25/2024
Contact Information
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