Pre-Construction Project Manager

Joshua Robert Recruitment Limited; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Joshua Robert Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead the pre-construction phase on major data centre projects in Dublin. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, establish robust budgets and programmes, and develop procurement strategies before projects move to site.

The role requires 8+ years in construction with at least 3 years in pre-construction or design management, and a strong grasp of data centre requirements, procurement contracts (FIDIC or

Qualifications

• A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Around eight or more years' construction experience, including at least three years in pre-construction or design management.
• Experience delivering data centre, mission-critical or similarly complex infrastructure projects.
• A strong understanding of procurement strategies, tendering and construction contracts, including FIDIC or equivalent forms.
• Knowledge of critical power, cooling systems, resilience requirements and data centre commissioning.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to balance cost, programme, risk and quality.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to lead client meetings and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with planning and project collaboration tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, BIM/Revit, Procore or Aconex.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction activities from feasibility and concept design through to procurement and contract award.
• Develop project delivery strategies, procurement plans and construction packaging approaches.
• Coordinate design teams across architectural, structural, MEP and specialist disciplines.
• Drive design reviews, buildability assessments and value engineering to optimise cost, programme and quality.
• Work with cost management teams to develop and manage budgets, cost plans and estimates.
• Establish realistic programmes, managing critical paths and identifying long-lead equipment.
• Manage tender processes, contractor evaluations and procurement recommendations.
• Support planning applications, utility infrastructure requirements and statutory approvals.
• Identify project risks and ensure appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.
• Keeping clients and senior stakeholders informed, ensuring a coordinated handover into construction.

Skills

Pre-construction

Design management

Procurement strategies

Budgeting

Stakeholder leadership

Education

Construction Management

Engineering

Quantity Surveying

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

BIM/Revit

Procore

Aconex

Job description

Pre-Construction Manager - Data Centres

Location - Dublin

Salary - 100,000 - 130,000Euros

Take the lead on some of the most exciting projects in the data centre sector.

We're looking for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join a growing construction consultancy, working with leading clients on large-scale data centre and mission-critical developments.

This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping projects from the earliest stages, bringing together design, commercial and construction teams to develop the strategies that turn complex schemes into successful projects.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of design, cost, programme and delivery, this role offers the chance to make a real impact in one of construction's fastest-growing sectors.

The Role

You'll lead the pre-construction process on major data centre projects, working closely with clients and multidisciplinary teams to establish robust budgets, programmes, procurement strategies and delivery plans before projects move to site.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading pre-construction activities from feasibility and concept design through to procurement and contract award.
• Developing project delivery strategies, procurement plans and construction packaging approaches.
• Coordinating design teams across architectural, structural, MEP and specialist disciplines.
• Driving design reviews, buildability assessments and value engineering to optimise cost, programme and quality.
• Working with cost management teams to develop and manage budgets, cost plans and estimates.
• Establishing realistic programmes, managing critical paths and identifying long-lead equipment such as generators, UPS systems, switchgear and cooling plant.
• Managing tender processes, contractor evaluations and procurement recommendations.
• Supporting planning applications, utility infrastructure requirements and statutory approvals.
• Identifying project risks and ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are in place.
• Keeping clients and senior stakeholders informed, ensuring a coordinated handover into construction.

About You

You'll be an experienced construction professional with a strong background in pre-construction, design management or project delivery on complex, MEP-intensive developments.

You'll ideally bring:

• A degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• Around eight or more years' construction experience, including at least three years in pre-construction or design management.
• Experience delivering data centre, mission-critical or similarly complex infrastructure projects.
• A strong understanding of procurement strategies, tendering and construction contracts, including FIDIC or equivalent forms.
• Knowledge of critical power, cooling systems, resilience requirements and data centre commissioning.
• Strong commercial awareness, with the ability to balance cost, programme, risk and quality.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to lead client meetings and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with planning and project collaboration tools such as Primavera P6, MS Project, BIM/Revit, Procore or Aconex.

A relevant professional qualification, such as MCIOB, RICS, SCSI or CIPS, would be advantageous.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a consultancy that values its people, encourages new ideas and gives its teams the opportunity to make a genuine difference on high-profile projects.

You'll benefit from:

• Career development: Ongoing training and learning opportunities to support your professional growth.
• Access to leadership: An open, collaborative culture where senior leaders are approachable.
• Industry exposure: Opportunities to work alongside leading clients and specialists across the construction sector.
• Recognition: A culture that celebrates achievements and recognises individual contributions.
• A strong team environment: Company events, team away days and opportunities to get involved in community initiatives.
• The right tools to succeed: Technology and resources to help you deliver your best work.