Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager

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

Job summary

A leading British modular construction firm in Port Talbot is seeking an Assistant Pre-Construction Project Manager to support project management from bid to construction phase. This full-time role emphasizes collaboration and effective communication. Candidates should possess a construction-related degree and be proficient in MS Office. The position offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for training and progression within a well-established company.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus scheme

Generous holiday allowance

Option to buy extra holidays

Cycle to work scheme

Group pension

Annual salary review

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Must have a construction-related degree.
• Must be proficient in MS Office software.
• Knowledge of writing construction programmes is essential.
• Good communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the management of design and commercial teams.
• Assist with setting out individual project deliverables.
• Manage project deliverables to a high standard.
• Be the point of contact for clients and design teams.
• Facilitate BIM software use for project efficiency.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office proficiency

Writing construction programmes

Education

Construction related degree level qualification

Job description

Job Description

Location: Unit 3A, Kenfig Industrial Estate

Company: Wernick Buildings, part of The Wernick Group

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.

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

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.

Important Notice To Recruitment Agencies

Any unsolicited CV's will be sent at the recruitment agency's own risk and will be interpreted as 'gifts' and we have no liability to you for any fee or otherwise. We reserve the right to engage with candidates directly having not, in any way, entered into your terms and conditions for this vacancy. By submitting an unsolicited CV to us, or to any member of our staff, you accept these terms as the default position. If we require your assistance with any vacancy we will contact you.

International Workers

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.

Closing Date

Sunday 4th January, 2026

Contract Type

fulltime

Salary

Based on Experience