Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager

SeeMeHired; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction company is seeking an Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager in Port Talbot, UK. This role involves assisting in managing projects from bid to construction phase, optimizing project deliverables while minimizing risk. Candidates need a construction-related degree and proficiency in MS Office, along with strong communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary with a generous benefits package, ensuring a supportive work environment focused on employee development.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Option to buy extra holidays

Training and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient in MS Office software.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing design and delivery teams from bid stage to construction.
• Take point of contact for clients and their design teams.
• Participate in projects requiring BIM software.

Skills

Proficient in MS Office

Strong communication skills

Education

Construction related degree level qualification

Job description

Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager

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. The key objective is to assist in the management of projects that successfully achieve the project deliverables whilst managing risk and maximising profitability.

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 clients 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 timetable 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.
• Participate in projects requiring the use of BIM software and processes, facilitating collaboration and coordination between design disciplines using BIM technologies to improve project efficiency and reduce errors.
• Carry out any other Project Management duties and activities as required.

Qualifications

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

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 company remains family‑run and owned. 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. The company offers diverse opportunities, a streamlined business model, a commitment to excellence, and continuous investment in people.

Benefits

• 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 (January)
• Life assurance 2× 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)
• Corporate eyecare scheme through Specsavers
• Message the MD/CEO/Staff Satisfaction Survey