MEP Pre-Construction Manager

Location: On site / Maidstone, UK
Job type: Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector: Project & Change Management | Project Management
Salary: Negotiable salary

BJF Group is a leading multi-discipline Main Contractor based across the UK, specialising in delivering high-quality construction projects across various sectors – priding ourselves of our reputation for excellence and attention to detail.

Within our MEP division, the engineering team plays a crucial role in the day‑to‑day delivery of planned works across a diverse range of properties and systems within large Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical contracts.

We’re looking for an experienced MEP Pre‑Construction Manager to lead our pre‑construction strategy and drive Gateway 2 and 3 submissions under the Building Safety Act. You’ll guide design consultants, shape compliant and buildable MEP solutions, and ensure designs align seamlessly with procurement for a smooth project start.

• Manage Gateway 2 and 3 technical submissions and maintain the “Golden Thread.”
• Challenge and review MEP designs for compliance, buildability, and realistic operational assumptions.
• Coordinate consultants, specialist subcontractors, and internal teams to close design gaps early.
• Link design milestones to procurement, support tendering, and lead value‑engineering workshops.

• Experience: Proven background as a Pre‑Construction MEP Manager, ideally within a developer or tier‑one contractor environment.
• Regulations: Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, particularly Gateway 2 (Building Control Approval) and Gateway 3 (Completion Certificate).
  Technical Skill: Solid foundation in building services engineering with deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems.
• Management: Confident in leading external design consultants and constructively challenging technical solutions.
• Commercial Awareness: Ability to connect design decisions with procurement strategy, cost planning, and value engineering.

• Strong communication and leadership qualities.
• Exceptional attention to detail – essential for BSR approval.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and meet demanding submission deadlines.

• Annual Leave Entitlement: 33 days per annum (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Group Pension Scheme: Provided by Royal London to save for your future.
• Free Eyesight test: Specsavers
• Company Funded Health Cash Plan: Helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare.
• Remote GP Access: Speedy access to a GP by telephone or online plus electronic prescriptions.
• 24/7 EAP Service: Free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
• Discounted Gym Membership: Available at more than 3,000 gyms across the UK.
• Better BJF Initiative: Wellbeing and mental health champions available at work.
• Employee Referral Scheme: Recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire.