Lead Preconstruction Manager – Major Projects

Contract Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Contract Scotland is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager for Major Projects to lead development from concept to delivery. The role involves coordinating design, planning, programming, estimating and commercial input, working with clients and supply chain partners to shape robust project solutions.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong preconstruction expertise across civil engineering, utilities, rail, housing and infrastructure, with a proven ability to manage early development

Qualifications

• Experienced preconstruction professional who can demonstrate a strong understanding of the project development process.
• Experience across civil engineering, utilities, rail, housing, infrastructure, design & build, and framework delivery.
• Capable of coordinating technical, design, planning, programming and commercial input throughout a project.

Responsibilities

• Leading the preconstruction development of projects from concept through to delivery
• Coordinating design and engineering development
• Working with planning and programming teams to develop effective delivery strategies
• Overseeing estimating, costing and commercial development
• Reviewing designs with a focus on buildability, programme and risk
• Developing construction methodologies and project strategies
• Coordinating technical, commercial, procurement and operational input
• Working with clients, consultants and supply chain partners throughout the project development process
• Identifying risks, opportunities and value engineering solutions
• Supporting tender submissions and client presentations
• Taking ownership of projects through the preconstruction phase and ensuring they are properly developed before reaching site

Skills

Civil engineering

Utilities

Rail

Housing

Infrastructure

Design & build

Framework delivery

Job description

Contract Scotland is seeking an experienced Preconstruction Manager for Major Projects to lead development from concept to delivery. The role involves coordinating design, planning, programming, estimating and commercial input, working with clients and supply chain partners to shape robust project solutions.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong preconstruction expertise across civil engineering, utilities, rail, housing and infrastructure, with a proven ability to manage early development