Pre-Construction Manager

ZipRecruiter; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing Independent Distribution Network Operator in the UK is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to manage client projects from design to handover. Responsibilities include client coordination, legal processes, and project documentation. Strong organisational and communication skills are essential. This position offers competitive pay and hybrid working. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Hybrid working options

Supportive team environment

Full training and mentoring

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A customer-focused mindset and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
• Good IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary client and stakeholder contact during the pre-construction phase.
• Organising pre-start meetings with clients and developers.
• Coordinating design information and connection designs with clients, DNOs, and ICPs.
• Initiating legal processes where required.
• Arranging procurement and delivery of long-lead items such as substations.
• Managing asset value quotations, MPAN requests, and point of connection arrangements.
• Raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and maintaining project documentation.
• Coordinating Adoption Agreements and Bilateral Connection Agreements.
• Leading handover meetings with Project Managers once projects are ready for construction.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Customer-focused mindset

IT proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Pre-Construction Manager

Location: UK – Hybrid 2/3 days a week in Central London

Type: Permanent

Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE

About the Company

Our client is a growing Independent Distribution Network Operator (IDNO) within the utilities sector, delivering high-quality, efficient, and customer-focused network connection solutions across the UK. With a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for excellent service, they are seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to strengthen their team.

About the Role

The Pre-Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in managing client projects from initial enquiry and design through to handover into delivery. Acting as the main point of contact for clients, developers, DNOs, and ICPs, you will ensure all pre-construction activities are coordinated effectively to meet project timescales.

This position is open to candidates from two possible backgrounds:

• Experienced Pre-Construction / Project Coordination professionals with utilities, ICP, DNO, or IDNO experience.
• Ambitious individuals from a project support, coordination, or multi-utilities background who are eager to be trained and developed into the role.

Responsibilities

• Acting as the primary client and stakeholder contact during the pre-construction phase.
• Organising pre-start meetings with clients and developers.
• Coordinating design information and connection designs with clients, DNOs, and ICPs.
• Initiating legal processes where required.
• Arranging procurement and delivery of long-lead items such as substations, GRP housings, and switchgear.
• Managing asset value quotations, MPAN requests, and point of connection (POC) arrangements.
• Raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and maintaining project documentation.
• Coordinating Adoption Agreements (AA) and Bilateral Connection Agreements (BCA).
• Leading handover meetings with Project Managers once projects are ready for construction.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• A customer-focused mindset and a commitment to delivering outstanding service.
• Good IT proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office.

Desirable (experienced route):

• Pre-construction, project coordination, or tendering experience within ICP, DNO, IDNO, or multi-utilities.
• Knowledge of substations, GRPs, MPANs, and POC processes.
• Understanding of utility adoption agreements and associated legal frameworks.

Desirable (junior route):

• Background in utilities, engineering, energy, or construction support/coordination.
• Experience in customer-facing or project support roles.
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn from an experienced Pre-Construction Manager.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package, dependent on experience.
• Hybrid working options (office and home-based flexibility).
• A supportive team environment with strong development opportunities.
• Full training and mentoring available for junior candidates.
• The chance to join a dynamic and expanding utilities provider at an exciting stage of growth.

If you are interested in the role, please submit a CV for consideration. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.