Pre-Construction Manager

eSmart Networks; East Devon; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utilities company in East Devon is looking for an experienced Pre-Construction Project Manager. In this role, you will oversee the pre-construction phases of various projects, ensuring effective coordination among internal teams and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for managing client relationships and financial oversight while ensuring safety measures are prioritized. If you have strong project management experience and excellent communication skills, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary and Car Allowance

Hybrid Working

Life Cover

Attractive Holiday Allowance

Wellbeing Service

Enhanced Parental Leave

Long Service Award

Volunteering Scheme

Buy Additional Holiday

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing multiple projects in a supervisory role.
• Self-motivated and able to work to deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-construction phases from design to handover.
• Act as main point of contact for clients and stakeholders.
• Ensure Health & Safety considerations are met.

Skills

Project Management experience in utilities, construction

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Good IT skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Project Manager to support the delivery of a portfolio of secured works across the utilities sector. You will manage projects through the pre-construction phase, coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure safe, buildable, commercially sound solutions that meet client and programme requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-construction phases of multiple projects from early design through to handover into Operations.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal workstreams including design, land rights/consents, procurement, and planning.
• Contribute to design reviews to ensure buildability and operational efficiency.
• Maintain commercial oversight, including cost forecasting, variations, programme updates, and change control.
• Identify, manage, and report project risks, opportunities, milestones, and performance data.
• Chair project meetings and ensure timely approvals and ordering of project-critical applications.
• Ensure Health & Safety considerations are embedded throughout the pre-construction process.

Experience & Skills

• Proven Project Management experience within utilities, construction, or developer environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects and working in a supervisory or project leadership role.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware with the ability to manage cost, risk, and programme performance.
• Self-motivated, collaborative, and able to work to deadlines.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of electrical and civils infrastructure.
• Understanding of industry standards, specifications, and codes of practice.
• Awareness of how customer service impacts business performance.

Our Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Car Allowance
• Hybrid Working
• Life Cover
• Attractive Holiday Allowance
• Wellbeing Service
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Long Service Award
• Volunteering Scheme
• Buy Additional Holiday

We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in all its forms. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary. If you require any adjustments during your application, interview process or throughout your employment, please do not hesitate to let us know.