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    Permanent
  • Location

    Banbridge
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Building Services
  • Industry

    Construction
  • Pay

    Excellent Salary & Benefits

Pre-Construction Manager (MEP) - Leading Building Services Contractor - Banbridge

Your new company

A reputable and thriving building services engineering contractor, headquartered in Northern Ireland, is looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to join their team. This progressive and dynamic company has seen consistent growth, delivering projects across residential, hospitality, education, commercial, and healthcare sectors. With a strong commitment to innovation and excellence, they have built a solid reputation for delivering high-quality, sustainable solutions. Their diverse portfolio showcases their ability to handle complex and large-scale projects, making them a leader in the industry.

Your new role

  • Review contract documents post-award (Employer’s requirements, Tender RFIs, Construction programs, Tender returns, qualifications).
  • Liaise with estimating to ensure all relevant information is captured in tender handover files.
  • Identify items needing design development (e.g., VE).
  • Set up trackers and agree timelines with the client, design, and commercial teams, ensuring early closure and proper documentation.
  • Engage with the client from tender acceptance, serving as the primary contact during the pre-construction phase.
  • Assist the commercial team in finalising contracts early and report progress to the Head of Pre-Construction.
  • Attend design meetings to monitor progress, identify issues, and assist in resolving them to avoid delays.
  • Identify elements suitable for offsite fabrication and coordinate with internal teams to ensure feasibility within timelines and budgets.
  • Provide regular updates to the operations manager on design and contractual progress, assisting in team setup at the correct stage.
  • Provide regular internal and external reports on design progress, commercial/contractual progress, and risks/delays.
  • Assist in appointing specialist subcontractors, ensuring they understand their responsibilities and help develop subcontract scope of works.
  • Review subcontractor design proposals and close out VE options or elements needing design development.
  • Ensure M&E design compliance with ERs and track changes for client sign-off.
  • Assist the estimating team in promoting preconstruction abilities and negotiating major projects, including attending pre-tender meetings.
What you'll need to succeed
  • Minimum 5 GCSEs, including English & Maths.
  • In-depth knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (HVAC, plumbing, lighting, power distribution).
  • 3+ years in a similar MEP role i.e. Project Manager / Contracts Manager
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excellent organisation and planning skills, ability to meet deadlines.
  • Effective time management.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work well with management and staff at all levels.
  • Goal-oriented, organised team player.

What you'll get in return

You’ll join a progressive team within a company that champions creativity, recognises commitment, and fosters your career development. Offering a nurturing environment, excellent benefits, and the chance to contribute to varied, high-profile projects throughout the UK and Ireland. If you're looking for a challenging yet rewarding career with opportunities for growth and development, this position is perfect for you.

Company Benefits:
  • Cash Health Plan with Employee Assistance Programme.
  • 4 x Salary Death in Service cover.
  • Company Sick Pay Scheme, growing with service post-probation.
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity benefits.
  • Paid professional subscriptions.
  • Employee discounts.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme.
  • Active Social and Wellbeing Committees.
  • Annual Health Checks.
  • Full use of onsite gym.
  • Long-service awards.
  • Additional annual leave based on service.
  • Training and development opportunities.
  • Onsite parking

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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