Ernest Gordon Recruitment
Pre-Construction Manager (MEP)
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Pre-Construction Manager (MEP)
£55,000 - £65,000 + Company Benefits + Company Bonus + Development + Progression + Early finish on a Friday
Manchester - Hybrid
Are you a Pre-Construction Manager from an MEP background looking to take ownership of major projects where you will have the autonomy to lead pre-construction, influence design decisions and play a key role in the company's growth?
This building services company has seen continued success and rapid growth since its establishment in 1963. Specialising in complex MEP engineering projects across the Commercial, Healthcare, Education, Life Sciences, Heritage, Hospitality and Residential sectors, the business employs over 400 direct staff and subcontractors across offices in Northern Ireland and Ireland. Having built a strong reputation delivering high-profile projects throughout the UK and Ireland, they are now continuing their expansion across the UK.
In this role, you will lead the pre-construction process for MEP projects, taking responsibility from initial concept and tender stage through to successful handover to the contracts team. You will develop and coordinate detailed designs, work closely with consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to deliver buildable and cost-effective solutions, analyse drawings and specifications, identify value engineering opportunities and risks, and play a key role in securing and delivering major projects across a range of sectors.
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This role would suit a Pre-Construction Manager from an MEP background looking for autonomy, career progression and the opportunity to take ownership of major projects while playing a key role in the company's continued growth.
The Role:
- Lead the pre-construction delivery of complex MEP projects from initial concept through to handover to the contracts team
- Develop and coordinate detailed MEP designs with consultants, subcontractors and internal teams to deliver buildable and cost-effective solutions
- Review drawings, specifications and technical information to identify opportunities, risks and value engineering solutions
- Manage the tender process, ensuring accurate information is developed and communicated throughout the pre-construction phase
- Liaise with clients, suppliers, subcontractors and project teams to support successful project delivery and secure repeat business
- Work Monday to Thursday 8:00am-5:00pm, with an early finish at 3:30pm on Fridays
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The Person:
- Pre-Construction Manager with an MEP / Building Services background
- Commutable to Manchester
Reference: BBBH26222
Pre-Construction, Manager, Building, Services, MEP, Estimating, Drawings, Specifications, Engineering, Consultants, Procurement, Construction, Commercial, Project, Delivery, Manchester, Greater Manchester, North West, Bolton, Oldham, Stockport, Salford
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We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The offered renumeration will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.
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