Pre-construction Manager

JobTitle: Pre-construction Manager - Facades

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire

Role Overview

The Pre-construction Manager will lead the early-stage development of construction projects, focusing on façade systems, building remediation, and compliance-led works. The role involves coordinating design, estimating, and planning activities to ensure projects are feasible, cost-effective, and aligned with safety and regulatory requirements. A construction background is preferred, though not essential, as strong technical and project management skills are key.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preconstruction activities across multiple projects, including design review, cost estimation, and risk assessment.
• Collaborate with clients, consultants, and internal teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
• Review technical designs, specifications, and construction drawings, providing guidance on feasibility and buildability.
• Develop accurate cost plans, budgets, and tender documentation.
• Identify risks, constraints, and potential challenges early in the project lifecycle, proposing mitigation strategies.
• Support procurement and contractor selection processes.
• Maintain strong awareness of regulatory requirements, building safety standards, and industry best practices.
• Provide technical input and recommendations to ensure projects meet quality, safety, and compliance standards.
• Ensure all preconstruction documentation is maintained accurately and is readily available for project teams.

Systems & Tools

• Proficiency with MS Office suite.
• Experience with project management or cost estimation software is advantageous.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Person Specification

• Proven experience in preconstruction, estimating, or project coordination roles is desirable.
• Construction industry experience is preferred but not essential.
• Strong technical understanding of façade systems, building materials, and remediation works is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in façade or cladding projects, passive fire protection, or building safety remediation.
• Knowledge of construction procurement, tendering, and contract management processes.
• Relevant professional qualifications in construction, engineering, or project management.