Senior Pre-Construction Project Engineer

Galliford Try Holdings plc; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Pre-Construction Project Engineer to lead project delivery in a dynamic environment. This role offers the opportunity to maximize project profitability and ensure comprehensive planning before site work begins. You will engage with various stakeholders, manage design and procurement phases, and uphold quality and safety standards. Join a company with a commitment to wellbeing and professional development, where your contributions will have a lasting impact on infrastructure and community facilities.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Development

High-Quality Training

Pension Scheme

Medical Options

Holiday Entitlements

Discounts

Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project delivery with strong management skills.
• Technical expertise in construction/engineering, especially in water/wastewater projects.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre-contract phases to ensure effective delivery planning.
• Manage interfaces between design, commercial, and delivery functions.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Technical Expertise

Commercial Awareness

Education

HND/HNC in Engineering

BEng/MEng in Engineering

Tools

Computer Skills

Job description

Job Description

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.
We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If sent, no fee will be applicable. Please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Role - Senior Pre-Construction Project Engineer

Location - London

Purpose of the role:

The primary purpose of your role as Senior Project Engineer will be:

1. To provide and coordinate operational/matrix input into the pre-contract phase to ensure a robust target cost, risk register, and outline delivery plan.
2. To maximize the potential profitability of each project up to the completion of detailed design and placement of major subcontracts.
3. To ensure a comprehensive delivery plan is in place for all site-based stages before work begins on site.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage the interface between pre-con, design, commercial, matrix, and delivery functions to meet or exceed time, cost, and quality targets.
• Act as Design Management Lead (DML) under our Business Management System (BMS).
• Develop systems and processes for effective coordination across all stakeholders to ensure cost-efficient delivery planning.
• Engage in the pre-contract award phase, providing operational input to the pre-con team.
• Support seamless transition from pre-con to operational teams post-contract award.
• Manage detailed design and procurement phases to achieve client approval and maximize savings.
• Ensure quality of design deliverables aligns with programme requirements, expediting and checking them proactively.
• Coordinate advanced site activities to support design and delivery planning.
• Maintain a change control system to stay ahead of changes, assess impacts, and make quick decisions.
• Operate rigorous change control procedures and handle technical queries effectively.
• Maximize procurement opportunities by developing strategic buying plans and ensuring timely orders.
• Participate in client framework supplier selection and challenge constraints.
• Create and review project delivery and procurement schedules, considering buildability and temporary works.
• Provide technical interface with the client for civil and MEICA disciplines.
• Coordinate and optimize technical solutions, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory standards.
• Manage supply chain interfaces, ensuring accurate scope and robust quotation assessments.
• Involve key functions early in the design process to confirm robust solutions and delivery plans.
• Engage with commissioning and asset integration teams during design to develop strategies.
• Report on all aspects of civil and MEICA delivery, including performance and forecasting, to the risk manager.
• Maintain a positive focus on client and customer satisfaction.
• Implement and uphold quality, safety, and environmental policies and targets.
• Contribute to a safe working environment and establish a reputation for project delivery excellence.
• Share best practices and promote continuous improvement.

About You:

• Proactive approach to project delivery.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Client-focused and partnership-oriented.
• Motivational and team management abilities.
• Proven technical expertise.
• Good commercial and contractual awareness.
• Experience managing sub-contractors and supply chains.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Presentation skills.
• Proficient in computer and IT skills.
• Organized with at least an HND/HNC in engineering; BEng/MEng preferred.
• Strong background in construction/engineering, preferably in water/wastewater projects.
• Professional qualifications preferred.
• IOSH 1-day Working Safely or equivalent.

What We Can Offer in Return:

Join a leading principal contractor with an order book over £3.8 billion, working on exciting UK projects. We offer stability, growth opportunities, and a collaborative environment with high professional standards. Our commitment includes wellbeing programs, high-quality training, career development, flexible working, and attractive benefits such as holiday entitlements, discounts, pension, share schemes, medical options, and professional memberships.

About Us:

Our purpose is to improve lives through infrastructure and community facilities, fostering learning, growth, and environmental care. We deliver excellence, integrity, and collaboration for lasting impact.

Additional Information:

We support flexible working arrangements and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including those with disabilities or health conditions. For accommodations, contact the Resourcing Partner. A full job description is available upon request.