Pre-Construction Manager

Job Description

Location:
Braintree, Essex

Salary:
Competitive & Benefits

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Project Manager to support the delivery of a portfolio of secured works across the utilities sector. You will manage projects through the pre-construction phase, coordinating internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure safe, buildable, commercially sound solutions that meet client and programme requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage pre-construction phases of multiple projects from early design through to handover into Operations.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal work streams including design, land rights/consents, procurement, and planning.
• Contribute to design reviews to ensure buildability and operational efficiency.
• Maintain commercial oversight, including cost forecasting, variations, programme updates, and change control.
• Identify, manage, and report project risks, opportunities, milestones, and performance data.
• Chair project meetings and ensure timely approvals and ordering of project-critical applications.
• Ensure Health & Safety considerations are embedded throughout the pre-construction process.

Experience & Skills

• Proven Project Management experience within utilities, construction, or developer environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects and working in a supervisory or project leadership role.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Commercially aware with the ability to manage cost, risk, and programme performance.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and able to work to deadlines.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.

Nice to Have

• Knowledge of electrical and civils infrastructure.
• Understanding of industry standards, specifications, and codes of practice.
• Awareness of how customer service impacts business performance.

Our benefits

• Competitive Salary and Car Allowance
• Hybrid Working
• Life Cover
• Attractive Holiday Allowance
• Wellbeing Service
• Enhanced Parental Leave
• Long Service Award
• Volunteering Scheme
• Buy Additional Holiday

And much more...

We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and value diversity in all its forms. We want to ensure that you feel supported throughout the process and provide reasonable adjustments where necessary. If you require any adjustments during your application, interview process or throughout your employment, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Closing date: 13th March 2026

Shortlist date: 14th March 2026

Interview date: TBC