Pre-Construction Manager

Austin Fraser; London; On-site; GBP 110,000; Full time

Job description

I am currently working with an international design and build fit out contractor who have been operating in the London commercial interiors market for 40 years. Originally starting as a furniture contractor, they built a solid foundation in the industry and moved into main contracting specialising in CAT B fit outs.

The business has steadily grown over the years and currently sits with a group turnover of £60m. With healthy profit margins and cash in the bank they are in a good position to continue their previous success.

Culturally they pride themselves on a relaxed but quality driven atmosphere that has allowed them to be nominated for and win various industry related awards. Their family orientated structure, close-knit team and top-tier delivery has earned them a reputable name people want to work for.

They are now actively recruiting for a Senior Pre-contract's Manager with heavy D&B experience to oversee three pre-contracts managers already in the team. They do not want someone who will just sit back and delegate - they are looking for an extremely hands on and diligent pre-con expert who is well versed in the D&B fit out market, pricing projects up to the value of £2-10m with good GP.

Role: Pre Construction Manager- Up To £110,000 + Commission Scheme + Pension

Role/Responsibilities:

1. Attending initial client brief taking with Project Director & Designer
2. Review all tender documents - ERs, fit out guides, M&E specifications etc.
3. Set design milestones with designer for information release
4. Manage budget during tender process ensuring design is appropriate
5. Refine brief with professional/client internal teams
6. Produce pre-construction programme
7. Produce project cost plan
8. Liaise with Project Manager regarding logistics & duration on site for tender purposes
9. Work with TSMs to refine M&E scope, tenders and selected contractors
10. Chair pre-tender cost reviews
11. Present costs, risks, opportunities during client presentations
12. Manage financial change post project award until contract issue
13. Manage license to alter issue and approval
14. Chair internal project handover to delivery team

The ideal candidate:

1. Confident, approachable, empathetic and efficient manner
2. Excellent customer care and communication skills
3. Good telephone manner with a clear speaking voice
4. Ability to work alone at times and calmly under pressure.
5. Understanding of Industry Health & Safety Environmental standards
6. Stakeholder management, Internal and External
7. Able to evidence examples of exemplary health and safety delivery.
8. Ability and desire to drive innovation and best practice.
9. Good understanding of IT software including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and document control systems

In return they offer:

1. A healthy pipeline of work
2. The opportunity to move up the management ladder
3. A close-knit team with a good social aspect. Work life balance
4. Excellent training and development opportunities.
5. Market leading commission scheme (Up to 26% GP = 1% / North of 26% GP = 2%)