Pre-Construction Manager

Navartis; London; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the construction sector is seeking a skilled project manager to assess tender documentation, manage design processes, and coordinate with various stakeholders. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, including opportunities for professional development. Join a dynamic team in London to influence high-profile construction projects.

Benefits

Annual performance-related bonus

Car allowance or travel expenses

Private healthcare and wellness support

Pension contributions

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Support with chartership (RICS, CIOB)

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in commercial or mixed-use construction sector.
• Deep understanding of construction legislation and compliance pathways.
• Proficient in project planning tools and design platforms.

Responsibilities

• Assess tender documentation for project risks and compliance issues.
• Manage design fee proposals and monitor associated budgets.
• Lead design review meetings and track design progress.

Skills

Strong understanding of structural solutions

Commercial awareness

Analytical abilities

Negotiation skills

Decision-making abilities

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Microsoft Office

MS Project

Powerproject

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Assess tender documentation to identify project risks, compliance issues, and scope of works

Conduct site inspections to inform pre-construction planning

Prepare scopes and compliance trackers for surveys, investigations, and regulatory obligations

Develop detailed design briefs for external design consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers

Manage and negotiate design fee proposals and monitor associated budgets

Coordinate and produce detailed tender submissions, including programming and document collation

Interrogate and review design documents to ensure compliance and identify technical gaps or opportunities

Contribute to value engineering and lead evaluation of design alternatives at bid and construction stages

Liaise with procurement and delivery teams to ensure accurate understanding of the tender design basis

Organise and lead design review meetings, manage RFI processes, and track design progress

Engage regularly with clients, consultants, regulatory bodies, and other third parties to ensure coordination

Oversee model development (3D visualisation, BIM), ensuring alignment with technical and commercial goals

Provide technical leadership across multiple projects and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders

Ensure constructability and practical sequencing of works are factored into the design process

Lead documentation processes related to sustainability and compliance schemes (e.g. BREEAM, LEED, etc.)

Represent the business in external design-related matters, including client meetings and briefings

Contribute to internal staff development by sharing regulatory updates and design best practices

Support the business in compiling pre-qualification material for targeted bids

Candidate Profile:

Degree or diploma in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar

Minimum 5 years’ experience in the commercial or mixed-use construction sector, ideally with a principal contractor

Strong understanding of structural solutions, MEP integration, building finishes, and statutory approvals

Demonstrated commercial awareness, especially in value engineering and tender analysis

Proficient in Microsoft Office, project planning tools (MS Project/Powerproject), and design platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.)

Deep understanding of construction legislation, compliance pathways, and approval timelines

Strong interpersonal, analytical, negotiation, and decision-making abilities

Able to communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and team members at all levels

Adaptable, professional, and highly organised, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary in the range of £75,000 – £95,000, dependent on experience and qualifications

Annual performance-related bonus

Car allowance or travel expenses package

Private healthcare and wellness support

Pension contributions

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for continued professional development and support with chartership (e.g. RICS, CIOB)

Dynamic and collaborative working environment, with a strong pipeline of projects across London and the South East

This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the early-stage success of high-profile construction projects within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

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