Pre-Construction Manager in Chelmsford, Essex

Pre-Construction Manager

Braintree

Competitive Salary + Benefits

As Pre-Construction Manager, you will be required 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.

In thisrole, you will also...

• 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 workstreams 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.

You will need...

• Proven Project Management experience within utilities, construction, or developer environments.
• Experience managing multiple projects.
• 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.