Fortiva
Head of Pre-Construction
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Head of Pre-Construction
Permanent - Hybrid - Bolton - Competitive Salary plus Benefits
Are you passionate about driving business growth and sustainability in the social housing sector? Do you have a proven track record in pre-construction and bid management covering planned maintenance/asset management? Ready to support a leading business in making a significant impact in the housing market?
If this sounds like what you are looking for or you're interested in finding out more, then get in touch today!
An established contractor is seeking a Head of Pre-Construction to join their team in their Bolton office. This strategic role offers the chance to shape and deliver business development and pre-construction activities, positioning the company as the contractor of choice within the housing asset management sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create business vision and strategy.
- Lead business development by cultivating customer, framework, and consultant relationships.
- Manage the regional bid team to ensure the best bid solutions for the regions.
- Develop a steady pipeline of opportunities to meet turnover targets.
- Ensure effective collaboration with operations and commercial teams.
- Coach, mentor, and develop team members to support their delivery and personal growth.
- Lead knowledge development and sharing to upskill team members.
- Engage with the supply chain to secure commitment and best solutions.
- Provide technical advice for bids and the wider business.
- Encourage innovation and best practice across the business.
- Stay updated with industry changes to maintain and improve commercial knowledge.
- Promote company vision, values, equality, and diversity.
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Skills and Experience:
- Proven people management skills with clear expectations and management.
- Ability to develop and mentor team members.
- Successful track record in bid/tender delivery within planned maintenance/asset management across social housing projects - Minimum relevant Undergraduate Degree (e.g., BSc) or equivalent
- MCIOB or RICS qualification or equivalent
- Clean driving licence.
- Knowledge of sustainability and decarbonisation.
- Relevant leadership qualification or working towards (desirable).
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Benefits:
- The role offers a competitive salary, car allowance, 26 days of holidays, a pension scheme, free parking, private healthcare, professional development and training opportunities, wellbeing initiatives, flexible working, and online retailer discounts.
Our client is a leading contractor with a strong presence in the housing sector, known for delivering sustainable, energy-efficient homes. They have a reputation for excellence and a commitment to professional development and employee wellbeing.
This vacancy is being advertised by Fortiva Limited, acting as an employment agency for permanent roles or an employment business for temporary roles.
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds.
If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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