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Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager Due to a strong pipeline of work Willmott Dixon are looking for a dynamic Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager to join our Wales & West region in Exeter. Supporting our preconstruction team in the South West, you will be based in our Exeter office but we also know that work isn't the only important aspect of your life so we are happy to support flexible working and working from home wherever possible. Reporting to the Preconstruction Manager, the successful person will demonstrate true leadership and assist in the management of both internal and external resources to deliver successful tender bids, on time, within budget and to the highest quality, ensuring our customers' expectations are met and, wherever possible, exceeded. Essentially project managing the preconstruction bid process. With a proven track record of successful projects, you will be responsible for supporting the oversight of two-stage/negotiated tenders for projects ranging in value from 15m to 75m across a range of sectors, including Education, Health, Defence, Blue Light and Commercial. At Willmott Dixon we operate through numerous Public Sector frameworks, allowing for a greater probability of seeing your hard work come to life. As an Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager, you will be responsible for: Motivating and supporting the leadership of a project bid team that includes both internal (estimators, design professionals, MEP professionals and planners) and often external (supply chain and consultants) resource. Working closely with your team to develop the commercial strategy on bids. Managing the customers' expectations through informal and formal 'health checks', adopting a professional and considerate approach to maintain good working relations. Developing and incorporating project strategies to achieve the company's sustainability objectives. Ensuring regular monitoring and reporting on progress, managing potential risks and opportunities, and instigating pre-emptive and corrective actions as required. Maintaining continuous professional development of yourself and your team to ensure appropriate technical awareness, implementing best practices and driving continuous improvement. Maintaining a 'one team' approach throughout to create a seamless transition from preconstruction to operations. Coordinating inception workshops with our customers and using your proven listening skills to ensure we truly understand our customers 'Why', gaining vital information that will enable your team to go the extra mile. Essential and Desirable Criteria If you have previously worked in a construction role, including but not limited to Operations, Planning, Commercial, Design or Estimating, this will help you hit the ground running. This role would be suitable for Construction Project Managers, Design Managers, Architects, Engineers, or Quantity Surveyors who are currently at an assistant level and have experience working in the preconstruction stage in the built environment. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for you to become a key part of our preconstruction team, if you will enjoy understanding the challenges our customers face and are motivated by finding innovative solutions, please follow the link to apply. Additional Information At Willmott Dixon we provide an inclusive and flexible working environment for people to thrive in and we are happy to support agile working wherever possible. We are a proud member of the Disability Confident Scheme. About Us With over 170 years of rich history, Willmott Dixon's purpose is beyond profit; delivering brilliant buildings, transforming lives, strengthening communities and enhancing the environment so our world is fit for future generations. Ensuring that we add lasting value to the neighbourhoods we work in; our values, people, innovation, partnerships and focus on sustainability has allowed us to build a successful and solid privately owned business where our people can thrive. Willmott Dixon was recognised by The Sunday Times as one of the Top 10 "Big" Companies to Work For in 2025, named among the Times Top 50 Employers for Gender Equality in 2024, and ranked in the Top Five of Europe's 1,000 best workplaces by the Financial Times in 2025. Willmott Dixon is also the first major contractor and developer to win a King's Award for Enterprise in the category of sustainable development.

Company Eden Brown has been appointed by one of London's leading workplace design and build fit-out specialists to find a Senior Preconstruction Manager to successfully manager the Preconstruction process for multiple commercial office fit out concurrently to a high standard. Renowned as the go-to D&B firm for top-tier clients, our client has a proven track record of delivering sustainable, inspiring workspaces that make returning to the office a pleasure, not a chore, our client is dedicated to creating unrivalled workspaces that drive performance. They specialise in complete workplace consultancy, delivering services from single office relocation to comprehensive design and fit-out, workspace planning, refurbishment, and interior branding. Their clients trust them to create bespoke and sustainable workspaces. Role overview This role requires a leader to successfully manage PreConstruction Manager and the PreConstruction of multiple projects efficiently and to a high standard. Experienced within a fast track workplace Design & Build environment is crucial to be able to make accurate 'on the spot' decisions. Integral part of the BU team, targeting winning of projects, providing PreConstruction services including costing, contractual support, programming, Health and Safety Sustainability and design management. Possess the skills to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively and be the primary point of contact for client Pre-Construction queries Key Responsibilities: Costing / Estimating Develop a comprehensive, accurate and competitive Cost Sum Analysis (CSA), for project submission. Where possible, tender packages to multiple suppliers to ensure competitive rates. Analyse all tender returns to prevent scope gap and to ensure tender compliance. Coordinate site visits with Supply Chain to carry out surveys and gain full understanding of site conditions. Source all as build information for project and issue to internal team, Supply Chain and Incumbent Contractors Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the design and commercial teams, to prepare an accurate program and ensure cost alignment with design development from client appointment through to contract signing. Work closely with the project team to prepare Value Develop a comprehensive, accurate and competitive Cost Sum Analysis (CSA), for project submission. Where possible, tender packages to multiple suppliers to ensure competitive rates. Analyse all tender returns to prevent scope gap and to ensure tender compliance. Coordinate site visits with Supply Chain to carry out surveys and gain full understanding of site conditions. Source all as build information for project and issue to internal team, Supply Chain and Incumbent Contractors. Engage with Supply Chain and Incumbent Contractors early in the process to ensure coordination between design and trades. Collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, including the design and commercial teams, to prepare an accurate program and ensure cost alignment with design development from client appointment through to contract signing. Work closely with the project team to prepare Value Engineering (VE) proposals and viable alternatives that preserve quality and functionality. Primary point of contact for client Pre-Construction queries, preparing reports and supporting documentation as needed. Building Contracts, Letter of Intents (LOI), Performance Bonds (PB), Parent Company Guarantees (PCG) and Insurances. Understand, negotiate and be able to formulate and / or review a JCT D&B Contract, including ER's (Employers Requirements), CP's (Contractors Proposals) and CSA (Cost Sum Analysis). Understanding of proposed Schedule of Amendments (SOA) and any implications. Liaise with Construction Legal Advisors, both client side and in house. Understand Performance Bonds, Parent Company Guarantees, all relevant Insurances, Schedule of Derogation and 3rd Party Agreements. Highlight Risk. Prepare and negotiate Preconstruction Service Agreement (PCSA) or LOI (Letter of Intent). Design and Design Management Good understanding of Design and the Design process. Manage, with the Design Director / PD, the design to ensure timely production of designs through a tender design release schedule. Drive a statutory compliant, ER compliant and competitive winning design. Periodicity Issue design updates/changes the supply chain to update their technical drawings and or quotes. Periodically update the costs through the design development phase of the project to issue to client and clients professional team. Quickly flag internally errors in the design or potential cost increases. Sanity check the design to ensure buildability. Building Services (MEP&S) Design Manage the production and coordination of the MEP&S design. Evaluate the technical aspects of the Project. Focus on competitive design and coordination with other trades e.g. ceilings and partitions. Manage design coordination with Landlord Incumbent Contractors (Fire Alarm/Sprinklers) and Client Direct Suppliers (AV/Furniture). Supply Chain Management including Subconsultants Manage the Supply Chain in the preparation of the CSA. Special focus on the Subcontractors with design responsibility; MEP and Sprinklers, Acoustics, Building Services, Fire, etc. Provide assessment of the performance of Supply Chain. Building Control Liaison with Building Control to ensure early Plan Check has been undertaken. Ensure occupancy compliance with regards to Building Limiting Factors: Fresh Air Provision, Toilet Provisions and Means of Escape. To be able to read and understand the buildings Fire Strategy document. Ensure initial notice issued Landlord, Statutory Authorities, 3rd Party Requirements, Incumbents Liaise with and understand requirements of Landlords and Fit Out Guides. Manage any Statutory Authority including Power (e.g. UKPN), Comms (e.g. Colt), Planning Permission, Listed Building Consent and Advertising Consents. Prepare, negotiate and agree the Licences to Alter (LTA) with the Landlord / Landlord Professional Team. Programme, Risk and Procurement Schedules Prepare a PreConstruction Programme. Work with Construction team to produce a Construction Programme highlighting key dates. From the Construction Programme prepare Procurement Schedule Health & Safety Possess good understanding of Construction Health and Safety. Prepare H&S documentation for handover to Construction Team. Manage Client requirements in respect of Client's CDM responsibilities Presentation Prepare inputs into the Pitch Document. Be part of the pitch team as the expert on Cost, Technical (MEP) Design, Project and Programme. Effectively communicate project costs in a clear and straightforward manner, ensuring prompt and thorough responses to any inquiries. Required Skills & Experience A determined and committed team player who understands the importance of closely supporting and collaborating with colleagues to achieve the best results Proven high level commercial skills and contractual awareness Strong numerical and analytical skills; excellent attention to detail Good time management; ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure Ability to work both independently and as part of a team Energetic, proactive and with a 'can do' attitude is essential Demonstrates initiative and an appetite to learn Excellent communication and organisational skills Qualifications Construction related degree or HE qualifications Quantity Surveying degree or HE qualification Trade qualification supported by experience in costing Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Contract Manager (Building Services/MEP) Bishop's Stortford £45,000 to £55,000 + Training + Reward Schemes + Loyalty Bonus + Overtime + Life Assurance + Company Car + Private GP Access + Hybrid + Company bonus Are you a Contract Manager or similar with a background in Building Services or similar looking to join a distinguished heat and energy management company with over 30 years' experience and a decorated history offering multiple benefits such as mentoring programmes and great company benefits? Do you want to work for award winning company which provides building services across London, offering maintenance and engineering solutions that ensure client properties operate efficiently, sustainably and reliably, as well as multiple employee benefits such as in-house gym and spa facilities? On offer is the opportunity for a Contract Manager or similar with a background in Building Services to join a company which takes pride in delivering high-quality solutions and investing in their employees, offering internal training and development to support your growth and success. With additional benefits such as private GP access, Bonus Schemes, Commission and more. In this role, as a Contract Manager, you will provide technical guidance to engineers, clients and internal teams whilst leading effective and complaint solutions for building services. This includes support design and delivery of small works, conducting site audits, performance assessments and developing accurate scopes aligned with regulations and client needs. This role would suit a Contract Manager or similar with experience in Building Services with relevant trade qualifications such as a Level 3 in Mechanical Engineering. The ideal candidate would be able to use estimating software and relevant programmes such as SFG20. The Role: Providing Technical Guidance on Building Services Collaborating with Internal teams, clients and subcontractors Ensuring smooth operations The Person: Contract Manager or similar Building Services experience Uk Driving License REF: BBBH24556JHA If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. 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. Ernest Gordon Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.