Pre-Construction Manager

Vistry Services; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Brentwood is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager. You will lead pre-construction activities for fire safety remediation projects, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. This role involves managing site teams and liaising with stakeholders to ensure deliverables. The ideal candidate has a strong background in project management and a commitment to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager.
• Up to date knowledge of SHE obligations and building legislation.
• Proven record of motivating and managing a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage site teams and ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress.
• Prepare detailed pre-construction and construction programs.

Skills

Team management

Problem solving

Effective communication

Knowledge of SHE obligations

Decision making

Job description

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Pre-Construction Manager to join our team within Vistry Services Special Projects team, at our Brentwood office with travel to sites. As our Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating all pre-construction activities related to fire safety remediation projects, ensuring compliance with Building Safety Act (BSA), Fire Safety Act, and other statutory requirements.

This role involves managing site teams, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Internal company development programmes may be considered appropriate dependent on details, and demonstrable career progression within the construction industry is desirable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and support, communicate effectively with internal / site teams to achieve performance targets and align with company objectives, ensuring alignment on objectives and timelines.
• Provide leadership during pre-construction phases, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities, oversee recruitment, appraisals, and employee development.
• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, provide guidance, and resolve issues.
• Oversee recruitment, training, and development of site staff, ensuring competency in fire remediation processes.
• Manage performance issues, disciplinary actions, and maintain a positive, harassment-free work environment.
• Contribute to the development and review of construction strategies for new and existing remediation projects.
• Prepare detailed pre-construction and construction programs, ensuring realistic timelines and resource allocation.
• Review programs produced by other team members and subcontractors, providing feedback and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Prepare site logistic plans, including access routes, material storage, and welfare facilities.
• Plan scaffold layout requirements and liaise with contractors and clients to gain acceptance of logistic arrangements.
• Review preliminaries for projects, including accommodation costs and site requirements.
• Conduct site visits prior to project commencement with contractors and potential subcontractors, acting as the principal contractor representative.
• Coordinate with technical, commercial, and development teams to ensure buildability and compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Prepare and review HRB (Higher-Risk Building) and BSA documentation for Building Safety Regulator (BSR) projects.
• Lead FRAEW investigation works.
• Prepare and review SHE (Safety, Health, and Environmental) documentation.
• Manage subcontractor documentation and compliance.
• Chase progress and ensure timely completion of investigations.
• Gather and organize pre- and post-works photographic surveys.
• Review and respond to client communications regarding FRAEW findings, led by the development managers.
• Conduct site visits that may require liaising with residents to arrange access to private areas of the building for investigation purposes.
• Ensure full compliance with SHE policies and statutory requirements across all sites.
• Review SHE pre-construction documentation prepared by Technical Managers and compile construction related SHE paperwork.
• Review the entire pre-construction pack and submit it for sign-off by the Construction Director, Safety Team, and SLT.
• Identify and implement innovative safety solutions to mitigate risks during remediation work.
• Monitor environmental performance and ensure sustainability targets are met.
• Ensure high site presentation standards on planning / pre-construction stage.
• Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and promote a strong safety culture.
• Monitor build progress against agreed programs and implement delay mitigation strategies.
• Maintain accurate progress records and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Update weekly reports and trackers for the SLT to ensure visibility of progress and risks.
• Monitor the Monthly Special Projects Milestone Tracker and provide regular updates to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and handovers.
• Participate in CVR meetings to ensure financial performance aligns with budgets.
• Support procurement and subcontractor vetting processes, ensuring value for money and compliance with quality standards.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager for a high-volume house builder.
• Up to date knowledge of SHE obligations and building legislation.
• Proven record of motivating and managing a team effectively.
• Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome.
• Capable of implementing change and of using initiative.
• Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy.
• Proven ability to work effectively with senior management.
• Ability to take a big picture view of multiple sites and make decisions accordingly.
• Able to work with a high degree of accuracy.
• Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving.
• Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets.
• Demonstrable personal credibility.