Senior PreCon

Job Title: Senior Pre-Construction

Industry: Commercial Workplace Fitout

Salary: £80,000 - £100,000p.a.

Location: London

Job Description:

Our client, a well respected fit-out company located in central London, is seeking a highly experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join their team. As a Senior Precon, you will be responsible for overseeing the cost estimation and project planning processes for various projects in the UK, with a specific focus on London. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering successful projects within budgetary constraints.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Produce compelling project pitches to clients, demonstrating the company's capabilities and strategizing the best approach to secure contracts.
• Generate accurate estimates and manage an estimating team for additional works and variations to existing contracts.
• Conduct detailed budgeting to ensure projects can be delivered within financial targets prior to handover to the delivery team.
• Maximize gross profit (GP) on each project by thoroughly understanding project specifications and requirements.
• Develop and execute project delivery strategies, including design, scope, specification, and initial project program, up to the commencement of the construction phase.
• Maintain effective communication with clients throughout the pre-construction phase, ensuring their needs and expectations are met.
• Identify and mitigate risks to the business at all stages within the pre-construction phase, implementing necessary measures to minimize potential issues.
• Manage and maintain client forecasted revenue against contract value (MTC), providing regular updates and ensuring accuracy.
• Strive to achieve a minimum GP threshold at project handover, optimizing profitability for the company.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven track record as a Pre-Construction Manager in the construction industry, preferably within fit-out projects.
• Extensive experience in producing persuasive project pitches to clients and successfully securing contracts.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation and budgeting processes, with the ability to manage an estimating team effectively.
• Excellent understanding of project specifications, requirements, and design processes.
• Proficient in risk identification and mitigation strategies, with the ability to proactively address potential challenges.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective client engagement and relationship management.
• Detail-oriented mindset with a focus on delivering projects within financial targets.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in relevant software and tools used in pre-construction management.
• If you are a highly motivated individual with a successful track record in pre-construction management and a passion for delivering high-quality projects within budget, we encourage you to apply. Join our experienced team and contribute to the success of our company in the vibrant construction industry in London.