Pre Construction Manager

Bioconsulteurope; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected organisation in fire protection is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead the pre-construction process for passive fire protection projects. The role involves managing feasibility, compliance, and financial viability while collaborating with various stakeholders. Offers a salary of circa £50,000 and benefits including a company car, pension scheme, and annual leave.

Benefits

Company car

Pension scheme

20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Free on-site parking

Participation in company social/fun days

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pre-construction or estimating roles within fire protection.
• In-depth understanding of fire protection systems.
• Ability to prepare budgets and cost plans for large projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction activities across PFP projects.
• Review design documentation for compliance with fire safety standards.
• Collaborate with clients and design teams for optimised solutions.

Skills

Pre-construction management

Fire protection knowledge

Budget preparation

Stakeholder management

Project management tools

Job description

Pre‑Construction Manager – Passive Fire Protection

A respected organisation within the fire protection sector invites applications for an experienced Pre‑Construction Manager to lead the full pre‑construction process for passive fire protection (PFP) projects. The role ensures feasibility, compliance, value, and programme efficiency from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead pre‑construction activities across multiple PFP projects including feasibility studies, risk assessments, and programme planning.
• Review design documentation, specifications and fire risk assessments to ensure compliance with relevant fire safety standards (e.g., BS EN 1634, BS 8214, BS 9999).
• Collaborate with clients, architects, engineers and contractors to optimise design solutions and drive value engineering.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, budgets and resource plans to ensure financial viability.
• Develop pre‑construction documentation such as Method Statements, PQPs, ITPs and compliance matrices for Gateway Three readiness.
• Assess subcontractor and supplier proposals, ensuring product suitability and accreditation.
• Identify and mitigate risks to minimise delays, defects or cost overruns.
• Support bid and tender submissions with technical input and programme advice.
• Act as primary point of contact during the pre‑construction phase, maintaining clear communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay updated with evolving legislation, industry standards and best practice in passive fire protection.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in pre‑construction or estimating roles within fire protection, construction or fire & security.
• In‑depth understanding of fire doors, fire stopping, compartmentation and containment systems.
• Demonstrable ability to prepare budgets, cost plans and pre‑construction packages for projects typically £25 million.
• Strong communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Commercially aware with the ability to identify cost efficiencies and manage budgets.
• Confident stakeholder manager of clients, design teams and subcontractors.
• Proficient with project management tools and digital quality management systems.
• Full UK driving licence.

Package & Benefits

• Salary circa £50 000 per annum
• Company car, laptop and mobile phone
• 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing by up to 3 additional days per year of service)
• Pension scheme
• Free on‑site parking
• Participation in company social/fun days

Location

Lower Belvedere, England, United Kingdom

How to Apply

Send your CV directly to Abbie at CBW Staffing Solutions or apply online. For more information, visit the LinkedIn page.