Graduate Pre-Construction Project Manager

Seddon Construction Ltd; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Graduate Pre-Construction Project Manager to join their Property Services team in the North West. The role involves supporting the tender process, developing project strategies, and engaging with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. This position offers a competitive salary, generous holidays, and numerous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

26 Days Holidays

Pension Scheme

Free Parking

Private Health Care

Professional Development & Training Opportunities

Free Wellbeing Initiatives

Flexible Working

Online Retailer Discounts

Qualifications

• Construction related degree required.
• Computer literate with good Excel, Word, and PowerPoint skills.
• Desire to learn and become a skilled Project Manager.

Responsibilities

• Support the Pre-Construction Project Manager in managing the tender process.
• Assist in developing bid strategies and project programs.
• Identify resources required for project phases.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Initiative

Education

Construction related degree

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Graduate Pre-Construction Project Manager

We have an excellent opportunity for a Graduate Pre-Construction Project Manager to join our Property Services team in the North West.

The successful candidate will report to the Pre-Construction Project Manager and will be responsible for converting successful tenders to construction projects.

Competitive Salary / 26 Days Holidays / Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Private Health Care / Professional Development & Training Opportunities/ Free Wellbeing Initiatives such as eye care vouchers, occupational health, employee assistance programme / Ministry of Fun / Flexible Working / Online Retailer Discounts (Seddon SmartSpending)

What you’ll do:

• Support the Pre-Construction Project Manager in understanding and clarifying the customer brief and key drivers
• Work with the team to develop and agree the bid strategy
• Assist the Pre-Construction Project Manager in management of the tender process, including design, planning, programming, pricing, commercial and submission.
• Encourage a coordinated approach between all elements of the team.
• Assist the Pre-Construction Project Manager in identifying the resources required for the various phases of the project.
• Work with the Pre-Construction Project Manager to establish a pre-construction programme
• Support the identification of key designer and supply chain relationships
• Instigate and support meetings when required by the Pre-Construction Project Manager
• Support the Pre-Construction Project Manager in ensuring the team provides information with the required timescales
• Support the development of value engineering proposals if required
• Contribute to any written submissions
• Assist in the identification of risks and ensuring they are addressed within the tender
• Support the tender adjudication and decision to proceed where required
• Contribute to the Pre-Construction Project Manager’s internal and external reporting

Have you got what it takes:

• Construction related degree
• Computer literate and able to use Excel, Word and PowerPoint to a good standard
• A confident ambassador of the company
• Ability to interpret, simplify and respond to complex documents and legislations and good analytical skills
• Ability to work on own initiative, meet tight deadlines and balance priorities to achieve results
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders
• Effective time management skills as required to attain budget and timescale restraints set forward by the project requirements and the ability to perform successfully in a challenging works environment
• Desire to learn and become a skilled Project Manager
• A full driving licence is required

Location

Department

Property Services NW

Company

5 - Seddon Construction - Property Services