Pre-Construction Manager

Vistry Group PLC; Hutton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction company in Hutton seeks a Pre-Construction Manager to lead pre-construction activities for fire safety remediation projects. This role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with building safety regulations, and delivering projects on time and within budget. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and experience in project management within the construction industry, along with strong leadership skills and a commitment to quality standards.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus

Company car, car allowance or travel allowance

Health insurance

Enhanced leave options

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• 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 ability to work effectively with senior management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate all pre-construction activities related to fire safety remediation projects.
• Manage site teams and liaise with stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Problem solving

Knowledge of SHE obligations

Education

ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 6/7

Job description

Role Overview

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. We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we're also committed to supporting flexible working where possible.

What's in it for you

• Competitive basic salary and annual bonus
• Company car, car allowance or travel allowance
• Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees
• Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service
• 2 Volunteering days per annum
• Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice
• Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary
• Share save and share incentive schemes
• Employee rewards portal with many more benefits

In return, what we would like from you

• Behave in line with our company values - Integrity, Caring and Quality
• ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 6 / 7 or similar
• SMSTS
• 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
• Can do attitude
• Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it
• A commitment to work as required to meet the needs of the business

Desirable

• Internal company development programmes may be considered appropriate dependent on details
• Demonstrable career progression within the construction industry

More about the Pre-Construction Manager role: 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.

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.