Trainee Pre-Construction Coordinator

Clark Contracts; England; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Clark Contracts in the United Kingdom is seeking a motivated Trainee Pre-Construction Coordinator to join our team. This entry-level role will work closely with the Preconstruction Manager to gain hands-on experience in planning, coordinating, and overseeing pre-construction activities.

Ideal candidates are recent school leavers or students pursuing a construction-related degree, with strong organizational and communication skills, and a willingness to learn within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Entry-level role for recent school leavers or graduates pursuing a construction-related degree.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills are essential.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Pre-Construction Planning and develop project plans, schedules and programmes.
• Support management in cost analysis and project estimates.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, drawings and specifications.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Time-management

Excellent communication

Interpersonal abilities

Microsoft Office Suite

Construction documents familiarity

Team collaboration

Education

Construction-related degree (in progress)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts is a privately owned main contractor with several operating divisions; Construction, Fit Out, Refurbishment, Housing and Maintenance. We employ over 280 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Trainee Pre-Construction Coordinator. This entry-level position is designed for recent school leavers, graduates or individuals currently studying towards a Construction related degree that wants to build a career in pre-construction management. The successful candidate will work closely with experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience in planning, coordinating, and overseeing pre-construction activities.

Role & Responsibilities

Working closely with experienced Preconstruction Manager and Contracts Managers the successful candidates will:

• Assist in Pre-Construction Planning:
• Support management in the development of project plans, schedules, and budgets and programmes.
• Help in the preparation of project estimates and cost analysis.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of project documents, including contracts, drawings, and specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordination and Communication:
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to gather necessary information for project planning.
• Facilitate communication between project team members to ensure alignment and timely decision-making.
• Assist in identifying potential project risks and developing mitigation strategies.
• Participate in risk assessment meetings and contribute to risk management plans.
• Quality Assurance:
• Ensure that all pre-construction activities comply with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Support the implementation of quality control processes.

Candidate

The successful candidate will have:

• Fully embracing our Customers' 1st campaign to continually improve the way we deal with our customers.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Basic understanding of construction documents and terminology.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

As gold accredited members of The 5% Club, we are committed to the continued development of all employees, and successful candidates will be given full support to start/complete their academic studies and be given the platform to establish themselves in their career.

This is a full time, permanent position.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.