Pre-Construction Engineer – Forward Planning in Birmingham

Our premium brand Automotive client is currently recruiting for the following role: GME Pre-Construction Engineer Forward Planning - £41.50/hr (Inside IR35) - Multiple UK locations Available - 12 Months (potential for yearly renewal).

The Global Manufacturing Engineering Pre-Construction Team are seeking a highly motivated and engaged Pre-Construction Engineer to support our growing Pre-Construction Team within the wider Infrastructure Department. Involved in all aspects of Manufacturing sites development, from new build (major projects) to refurbishments to minor works. You will assist in developing these new proposals, design concepts and programmes from Strategic Intent through the full project lifecycle to commissioning and Handover.

There will be a need to interface with a number of internal and external stakeholders, including all aspects of Health and Safety, Project Managers, Contractors and all relevant departments to deliver Projects in line with all KPIs. This role is a key position in the delivery of GME's core strategic pre-construction works. However, knowledge of the full spectrum of delivery, from Feasibility, Procurement, Manufacture, Delivery, installation, commissioning and handover is required to understand the key interactions.

• Support creation of quick pre-feasibility studies to assess project allocation and pipeline management.
• Support creation of feasibility studies with a focus on health and safety.
• Support design teams to develop proposals and solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Plan future projects, including design works and cost management.
• Complete all Infrastructure planning works in line with the relevant Health and Safety controls i.e., compliance with CDM.
• Support the delivery teams with pre-construction information as required.
• Implement the governance process including gateways and templates aligned with internal client & Industry Standards.
• Awareness of Vehicle Manufacturing Processes and associated infrastructure needs is preferred but not essential.
• Influencing and presenting to Senior leadership and board level.
• Ability to be challenged, react to it positively and articulate rationale.
• Scope / Change management.
• Robust management of cost / timing / quality.
• Knowledge on Risks & Opportunities management.

• Accountable for the delivery of the pre-construction activities to deliver infrastructure Projects within GME Manufacturing plants, using both internal and external contractor base.
• Drive a Zero Harm approach to safety in our designs and contractor performance.
• Manage a range of construction projects with various sizes including civil works, structural steel works, mechanical & electrical works and general facility fit outs.
• Support the wider business planning, in scheme reviews, budget cost creation and justifications.
• Support compliance with pre-construction regulations such as planning applications, building control and listed building consent as required.
• Support the GME Pre-Construction Manager in the development of key stakeholder relationships ensuring that GME is the primary source of all Infrastructure works.
• Support the GME Pre-Construction Manager with the development and maintenance of all Infrastructure standards within ME, ensuring they are aligned to support the Self-sufficiency operating model.
• Complete the pre-construction activities to facilitate the delivery of world-class facilities and infrastructure, safely, on budget, on time and to agreed quality standards.
• Undertake any other work as directed by the GME Pre-Construction Manager in connection with their job as may be requested.

• Relevant degree qualified or equivalent experience preferred (but not essential) in infrastructure fields such as: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Infrastructure, Building Services, utilities.
• Preferably a member of a recognised body (RICS, CIOB, ICES, APM).
• Proficient knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work stages, inputs, outputs and information exchange required at different stages.
• Experienced multiskilled and rounded delivery Engineers / Pre-Construction Project Managers, but appreciate you/the successful candidate will have a bias regarding historic discipline.
• Previous experience and strong background of Infrastructure works from conception through to delivery and completion.
• Experience in pre-construction, design, planning, cost estimation and feasibility studies.
• Knowledge in contractor management and site installations, to deliver benchmark Site Safety performance.
• Clear understanding of site safety, and Safety legislation (CDM 2015 Reg etc).
• Excellent knowledge of building, construction and infrastructure methods, materials and skills requirements.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams to deliver against tight timescales and budgets.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting the development and costing of proposals, right through to delivery and final project completion.

• Experience with the CDM regulations.
• Delivered infrastructure projects (electrical, mechanical, civils) in an industrial / manufacturing environment.
• Converted customer ideas into specifications to deliver construction works.

This role is on a contract basis and is Inside IR35. UK Birmingham, Liverpool, Wolverhampton locations available. Additionally, the role will support all client Global Manufacturing sites across the UK. Occasional UK travel may be required. In rare occasions international travelling will be required.