Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager

Wernick Group Limited; Kenfig; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading modular building provider is seeking an Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager in Kenfig, Wales. You will assist the pre-construction team with projects from bid stage to construction phase, ensuring project deliverables are met while managing risks. The ideal candidate holds a construction-related degree and is proficient in MS Office. This full-time role offers a competitive salary, generous benefits, and a supportive work environment focused on training and progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Option to buy extra holidays

Option to sell or carry over holidays

Christmas shutdown

Early finish Friday

Cycle to work scheme

Group pension

Annual salary review

Life assurance 2 x annual salary

Personal accident insurance

Free onsite parking

Employee assistance programme

Training and progression opportunities

Employee referral scheme

Benefits scheme

Corporate eyecare scheme

Qualifications

• Construction related degree level qualification.
• Proficient in MS Office software.
• Knowledge of writing construction programmes.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of the design and delivery teams.
• Set out individual project deliverables.
• Manage compliance with project design and specifications.
• Participate in projects requiring BIM software.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Effective communication

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Construction related degree

Job description

About The Company

Wernick Buildings, a division of The Wernick Group, is the UK's largest and longest‑standing national provider of permanent and temporary modular buildings and site accommodation. Established in 1934, The Wernick Group remains a family‑run and owned company. Over the last five years the company has more than doubled its profits, attributing its success to the quality and dedication of its workforce. The Wernick Group prides itself on a team full of enthusiasm, vision, friendliness, and a real can‑do spirit.

About The Role

The Assistant Pre‑Construction Project Manager will assist the pre‑construction team with multiple projects from bid stage to construction phase working collaboratively with all other departments under the direction of the Senior Pre‑Construction Project Manager.

Location

Wernick Buildings Kenfig, Unit 3A, Kenfig Industrial Estate, Port Talbot, Wales, Glamorgan, SA13 2PE

Job Type

Full time

Salary

Based on experience

Job Purpose

To assist with pre‑construction activities from bid stage to construction phase with the key objective of assisting in the management of projects that successfully achieve the project deliverables whilst managing risk and maximising profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of the design, commercial and delivery teams from project bid stage to commencement of the construction phase.
• Assist with setting out the individual project deliverables.
• Assist with managing the process of completing the project deliverables to a high standard in line with project timelines.
• Assist with managing the technical specification requirements for individual projects.
• Be the point of contact for client’s and their design teams.
• Assist with the management of the supply chain project stakeholders to ensure compliance with project design and specification requirements.
• Assist with the management of external consultants to ensure outputs are aligned with design, specification and time‑line requirements.
• Assist with handover meetings with the delivery teams prior to commencement to ensure the project design and commercial strategy is implemented and the delivery team have complete and accurate information.
• Building Information Modelling (BIM): Participate in projects requiring the use of BIM software and processes. Facilitate collaboration and coordination between design disciplines using BIM technologies, improving project efficiency and reducing errors.
• Carry out any other project management duties and activities as required.

Essential Requirements

• Construction related degree level qualification.
• Proficient in MS Office software.
• Knowledge of writing construction programmes.
• Good communication skills.

What You Will Get In Return

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
• Option to buy extra holidays
• Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
• Christmas shutdown
• Early finish Friday
• Cycle to work scheme
• Group pension
• Annual salary review – takes place each January
• Life assurance 2 x annual salary
• Personal accident insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Training and progression opportunities
• Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
• Open door policy
• Employee referral scheme
• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers scheme)
• Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers
• Message the MD/CEO/Staff satisfaction survey

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company. If you require any reasonable adjustments for your interview, please advise our recruitment team as soon as possible.

Immigration

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.