Pre-Construction Manager - Facades - Remote working

ZipRecruiter; Ashton-under-Lyne; Remote; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building envelope contractor in the UK is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager specialized in façade remediation. This remote-based role involves managing the pre-construction process for projects up to £5 million, overseeing tendering, client engagement, and design coordination. With clear opportunities for career progression into senior leadership, successful candidates will lead high-quality projects that make a significant impact on building safety and compliance.

Benefits

Clear career progression path

Opportunity to shape and lead the pre-construction department

Work with a collaborative, supportive team

Impact on building safety and compliance

Qualifications

• Proven track record as a Pre-Construction Manager in a specialist subcontracting environment.
• Strong background in façade remediation and construction planning.
• Experienced in managing design consultants and interpreting technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the tendering process for projects up to £5m.
• Liaise with clients and represent the company in negotiations.
• Develop project programmes and support RAMS development.

Skills

Client management

Communication

Organisational skills

Proactive decision-making

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

Pre-Construction Manager – Façade Remediation Specialist (Remote-Based)

Remote (UK-based) | Projects up to £5m | £65,000–£80,000 + Benefits

About the Company

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing building envelope contractor operating in the façade remediation and recladding sector. Acting as both Principal Contractor and Installation Contractor, the company delivers technically complex projects across the UK for public and private sector clients, with values ranging up to £5 million.

As building safety regulations evolve, this business is at the forefront of high-quality façade remediation, combining expert delivery with a focus on compliance, innovation, and client service.

About the Opportunity

The company is seeking a proven Pre-Construction Manager with a strong façade background to join their team in a remote-based capacity. This individual will lead the full pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to handover, managing tendering, client engagement, programming, and design coordination.

The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the pre-construction function and will be given the platform to develop the department and progress into a senior leadership position as the business grows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage the full tendering process, including bid preparation and submission
• Programme and sequence projects up to £5m in value
• Compile tender documentation, working with external estimators (take-offs provided)
• Liaise with clients and lead negotiations as a key client-facing representative
• Manage design input from external consultants and ensure technical accuracy
• Develop the pre-construction programme and support RAMS development (produced by delivery team)
• Assist in the development of detailed construction programmes
• Coordinate pre-start deliverables including H&S documentation and compliance checks
• Support and refine internal pre-construction systems as the business scales

Requirements

• Proven track record as a Pre-Construction Manager in a specialist subcontracting or main contracting environment
• Strong background in façade remediation, cladding, or building envelope works
• Ideally from an estimating or operational background with sound commercial and technical knowledge
• Experienced in managing external design consultants and interpreting technical drawings
• Excellent communication and organisational skills – must be confident and client-facing
• Strong understanding of CDM, RAMS, and construction planning
• Comfortable working remotely with limited supervision and proactive decision-making
• Experience using Microsoft Project or equivalent programming tools

Salary & Benefits

• £65,000 – £80,000, depending on experience
• Remote-based role (UK-wide, with occasional travel as needed)
• Clear career progression path into a senior leadership role
• Opportunity to shape and lead the pre-construction department
• Work with a collaborative, supportive, and expert delivery team
• Be part of a business making a tangible impact on building safety and compliance

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take ownership of the pre-construction function in a fast-moving and vital sector, apply now with your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant experience. Early applications encouraged as interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis.