Assistant Pre-Construction Manager

Assistant Pre-Construction Manager, Salary: Up to £39k + excellent benefits, Hybrid working – Leeds office / home based

We require an Assistant Pre-Construction Manager to work for a leading construction company who specialise in off-site construction / modular building solutions. The ideal candidate will have experience in an Assistant Pre-Construction Manager role, managing and administrating bid/pre-construction activities for large, multi-million-pound projects. Skilled in the control, management and communication of bid and preconstruction documentation.

The role:

• Pre-construction Support: Assist bid and pre-construction managers throughout the tender and PCSA phases by maintaining accurate records, managing document flow, and ensuring effective team communication.
• Bid Development: Contribute to the creation of bid response templates, presentation materials, and other marketing assets that enhance project bids. Assist with Contractor’s Proposals in collaboration with the bid team as needed.
• Documentation and Process Management: Manage project records within Common Data Environments (e.g., Viewpoint), control and distribute client-, consultant- and contractor-issued documentation, attend meetings, take minutes, and ensure all relevant documents are stored appropriately. Chair internal progress meetings and produce internal/external presentations as required.
• Client and Team Liaison: Act as a primary point of contact for internal colleagues, external consultants, clients and project teams during project development, facilitating smooth administration and communication, and supporting a first-class customer experience.
• Risk and Value Management: Support the pre-construction manager in applying value and risk management across projects. Maintain project risk & opportunity registers and provide documentation for senior management review.
• Programme Coordination: Support the planning and design integration by liaising with internal departments (Planning, Delivery, Estimating, and Design) and external consultants to develop robust project programmes whilst managing multiple workstreams.

Assistant Pre-Construction Manager Candidate requirements:

• Experience in an Assistant Pre-Construction Manager role, managing and administrating bid/pre-construction activities for large, multi-million-pound projects. Skilled in the control, management and communication of bid and preconstruction documentation.
• A strong communicator with excellent organisational and administration skills, and a resilient, proactive approach. Able to work independently and collaboratively, with the confidence to challenge standard practices and drive continuous improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365/Office Suite, Common Data Environments (Viewpoint), and knowledge of planning software (MSP/ASTA) and of NEC3, NEC4, and JCT contracts.
• Desirable qualifications include a Degree/HNC in a building-related subject and a CSCS card. CDM qualifications and BSA awareness beneficial (training provided).
• Hybrid: office-based / home working. Occasional travel to client sites, manufacturing locations, and meetings as required by the Work Winning team.

If this sounds like the opportunity you have been looking for then please apply by attaching your CV.

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