Pre-Construction Manager Freelance

Galliford Try

Note for Recruitment Agencies:
We prefer to hire directly and will contact our PSL Agencies if this role is eligible for release.

We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable – please direct all queries to the relevant Resourcing Partner.

Role – Pre-Construction Manager Location – London Purpose of the role:

• Coordinate operational input into the pre-contract phase to ensure robust target costs, risk register, and delivery plan.
• Maximize project profitability up to the substantial completion of detailed design and major subcontract placement.
• Ensure a comprehensive delivery plan is in place for all site-based stages before work begins.

Key Accountabilities:

• Manage interface between pre-con, design, commercial, matrix, and delivery functions to meet targets.
• Act as Design Management Lead (DML) under our Business Management System (BMS).
• Develop systems and processes for effective coordination across all stakeholders to ensure cost-efficient delivery of Civil and MEICA elements.
• Engage in pre-contract award activities, providing operational input for seamless transition to the operational team.
• Manage detailed design and procurement phases to achieve client approval and maximize savings.
• Ensure quality of design deliverables aligns with program requirements and proactively expedite their delivery.
• Coordinate advanced site activities to support design and delivery planning.
• Implement change control systems to manage project changes efficiently.
• Operate rigorous change control procedures and resolve technical queries effectively.
• Maximize procurement opportunities through strategic buying and early package preparation.
• Participate in client framework supplier selection and challenge constraints.
• Develop project delivery and procurement schedules, considering buildability and temporary works.
• Provide technical interface with the client for Civil and MEICA disciplines.
• Coordinate and optimize technical solutions, ensuring compliance with design and regulations.
• Interface with supply chain to ensure accurate scope and robust quotations before contracts are awarded.
• Involve key functions early in the design process to confirm robust solutions and delivery plans.
• Engage with commissioning and asset integration teams during design to develop strategies and plans.
• Report on Civil and MEICA delivery performance, forecasts, and issues to the Risk Manager.
• Maintain a positive focus on client and customer satisfaction.
• Implement and promote quality, safety, and environmental policies and targets.
• Contribute to creating a safe working environment and embed best practices.
• Build a reputation for project delivery excellence, particularly in design and procurement.
• Share best practices and drive continuous improvement.

About You:

• Proactive, committed approach to project delivery.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Client-focused and partnership-oriented.
• Motivational and team management abilities.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Team player with proven technical skills.
• Good commercial and contractual awareness.
• Experience managing subcontractors and supply chain through project lifecycle.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work within strict deadlines.
• Effective presentation skills.
• Proficient in computer and IT tools.
• Minimum HND/HNC in a related engineering discipline; BEng/MEng preferred.
• Construction/engineering background, preferably in Water/Wastewater projects.
• Professional qualification (preferred).
• IOSH 1-day Working Safely or equivalent.

What We Can Offer in Return:

With an order book of over £3.8 billion, we are a leading principal contractor offering stability and exciting projects. Join diverse teams committed to excellence and growth. We value talent, enthusiasm, and commitment, and aim to support your career development and wellbeing through various programs and flexible working arrangements.

Our Benefits:

• Generous holiday entitlement, with options to purchase additional holidays.
• Corporate discounts, Cycle to Work schemes, pension plans, share schemes, private medical options, and more.

About Us:

Our purpose is to improve communities by building essential facilities and infrastructure, fostering a supportive environment for our people, and caring for the environment. We uphold values of excellence, integrity, collaboration, and long-term impact.

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Additional Information:

We support flexible working and encourage applications from candidates with disabilities or health conditions, offering interview accommodations as needed.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications regardless of background or experience.

Full job description available upon request.