Preconstruction Manager
Pre-Construction Manager – Passive Fire
Location: London
Are you an experienced Pre-Construction Manager looking to work in the fire safety and building compliance sector? We are seeking a proactive, commercially-minded professional to join our London team and take ownership of pre-construction projects from concept to handover. This is your chance to drive technical excellence, compliance, and profitability across a range of passive fire initiatives.
About the Role
As a Pre-Construction Manager – Passive Fire, you will:
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Lead the development of technically robust and commercially sound project proposals
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Collaborate with clients, surveyors, estimators, and delivery teams to shape projects before they reach site
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Ensure all schemes are fully compliant, deliverable, and aligned with client expectations
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Identify and mitigate commercial, technical, and programme risks early
You will play a key role in ensuring that projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards, making a tangible impact on building safety and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
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Prepare detailed project proposals, presentations, and cost plans
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Develop accurate estimates, budgets, and financial forecasts for projects and variations
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Maximise project gross profit through clear understanding of specifications and scope
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Lead project delivery strategies, including scope, programme, and mobilisation planning
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Manage client and stakeholder communications throughout pre-construction
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Coordinate with surveyors, estimators, and delivery teams to ensure accurate, deliverable scopes
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Support subcontractor selection and negotiation to achieve quality and value
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Ensure smooth handover to delivery teams, maintaining compliance and financial targets
Key Success Indicators
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Projects handed over with clear scope, programme, and commercial clarity
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Accurate cost plans and scopes enabling smooth project delivery
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Consistently achieve or exceed gross profit targets
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Strong collaboration with internal teams and confidence from clients
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Early identification and mitigation of project risks
Essential Skills & Experience
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Proven experience in pre-construction, estimating, or commercial roles in construction
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Experience in one or more of the following:
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Fire door replacement programmes
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Fire stopping and compartmentation works
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Passive fire remediation in residential buildings
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Building fabric or compliance remediation projects
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Design & Build project experience
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Strong knowledge of technical standards, building regulations, and health & safety
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Ability to read and interpret drawings, specifications, and scopes of work
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Experience managing multiple projects of varying size, value, and complexity
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Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills
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Experience in subcontractor negotiation and team management
Why Join Us
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Pre-Construction Manager passionate about passive fire systems and delivering high-quality pre-construction solutions. You will work in a collaborative environment where your expertise directly contributes to building safer homes and achieving commercial success