Pre Construction Manager

United Living Group; Swanley; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure in the United Kingdom seeks a seasoned Pre-Construction Manager to lead early-stage planning in Swanley. Define scope, manage risks, develop programmes and support cost planning with QS teams to set projects up for success.

Expertise in fire safety regulations, BIM tools and cross-functional coordination is essential, with strong stakeholder engagement and bid support for public sector frameworks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management or related field, plus professional body membership preferred.
• Strong understanding of façade systems and building safety regulations.
• Experience with pre-construction processes, design coordination and value engineering.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all pre-construction activities for projects in the UK.
• Define scope, identify risks and develop programmes.
• Support cost planning in collaboration with Quantity Surveyors.
• Engage with procurement strategies and supply chain partners.
• Lead design team meetings and provide bid support.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Programme development

Procurement strategies

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Design coordination

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Professional body membership (CIOB/RICS)

Tools

MS Project

Asta Powerproject

BIM (Revit/Navisworks)

Aconex

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pre Construction Manager to join our team in Swanley, United Kingdom. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the pre-construction phase, ensuring projects are set up for success from the outset.

Technical & Industry Expertise

Strong understanding of façade systems (e.g., rainscreen cladding, curtain walling, EWI, brick slip systems).

In-depth Knowledge Of Fire Safety Regulations, Including

• Building Safety Act 2022
• Approved Document B
• PAS 9980 and BS 8414
• Experience with remediation of non-compliant cladding (e.g., ACM, HPL, timber).
• Familiarity with design coordination and value engineering in pre-construction phases.
• Ability to interpret and challenge architectural and engineering drawings.

Project & Commercial Acumen

• Scope definition
• Risk identification
• Programme development
• Strong understanding of procurement strategies and supply chain engagement.
• Ability to support cost planning and budget development in collaboration with QS teams.
• Experience working with framework agreements and public sector clients (e.g., GLA, DLUHC-funded schemes).

Stakeholder & Team Management

• Clients
• Design consultants
• Fire engineers
• Internal delivery teams
• Ability to lead design team meetings and drive progress.
• Experience in client presentations and bid support.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work cross-functionally (commercial, design, delivery).

Regulatory & Compliance Awareness

• Familiarity with Building Control processes, including Gateway 2 submissions.
• Understanding of Golden Thread principles and digital record-keeping.
• Awareness of resident engagement requirements under the Building Safety Regulator.

Qualifications

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

• Membership of CIOB, RICS, or similar professional body.
• Proficiency in tools like:
• MS Project / Asta Powerproject
• BIM platforms (e.g., Revit, Navisworks)
• Document control systems (e.g., Aconex)

Additional Information

Join us at United Infrastructure today and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.

Please note that United Living has rebranded to United Infrastructure. Our LinkedIn landing page will still display as "United Living," but will redirect to "United Infrastructure."