Pre-Construction Manager

  • IRIS Software Group
  • Braintree, Essex
  • 03/09/2026
Full time Construction Construction Manager Management Architect and Design

Job Description

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 this role, 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.