Pre-Construction Lead - Utilities Projects & Buildability

IRIS Software Group; Braintree; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

IRIS Software Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to support a portfolio of secured works in the utilities sector. You will manage projects through the pre-construction phase, coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver safe, buildable and commercially sound solutions that meet client and programme requirements.

You will lead multiple projects from early design to handover, act as the main contact for clients and contractors, coordinate design,

Qualifications

• Proven project management experience in utilities, construction, or developer environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercial awareness with cost, risk, and programme oversight.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to meet deadlines.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-construction phases from early design through handover.
• Act as main contact for clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate design, land rights/consents, procurement, and planning.
• Contribute to design reviews for buildability and efficiency.
• Maintain commercial oversight including cost forecasting and changes.
• Identify and report risks, milestones, and performance data.
• Chair project meetings and secure approvals and critical orders.
• Embed Health & Safety throughout the pre-construction process.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder mgmt

Cost control

Risk management

Communication

MS Office

Job description

IRIS Software Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to support a portfolio of secured works in the utilities sector. You will manage projects through the pre-construction phase, coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver safe, buildable and commercially sound solutions that meet client and programme requirements.

You will lead multiple projects from early design to handover, act as the main contact for clients and contractors, coordinate design,