Assistant Preconstruction Manager

Role Profile:

You're an organised and commercially aware construction professional who enjoys working at the front end of projects. You're keen to deepen your pre-construction experience, contribute to winning work, and support the successful transition of projects from concept to delivery within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

* Support the Pre-Construction Manager in planning and coordinating all pre-construction activities

* Assist with reviewing drawings and specifications, identifying scope gaps, constructability issues, and value-engineering opportunities

* Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing, ensuring scopes are clear, consistent, and aligned across trades

* Manage bid documentation, RFIs, addendums, and tender queries

* Assist with the preparation of cost plans, estimates, and project budgets during bid and early project stages

* Support the development of pre-construction programmes and procurement schedules

* Maintain accurate records of pricing, assumptions, and risk items

* Help prepare client presentations, proposals, and handover documentation

* Liaise with internal teams (design, commercial, delivery) to ensure smooth transition from pre-construction to construction

* Build positive working relationships with subcontractors and consultants

Key Measures:

* Accurate, well-coordinated tender submissions

* Timely and organised support of live bids and pre-construction activities

* Strong collaboration with project teams and subcontractors

* Seamless handover of information into delivery teams

About you:

* 2-5 years' experience in estimating, pre-construction, project coordination, or commercial roles

* Exposure to commercial fit-out or construction projects

* Understanding of subcontractor trades and tender processes

* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities

* Knowledge of construction documentation, scopes, and revision control

* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Project, and document management systems

* Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar (preferred)

* Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

What We Offer

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and travel opportunities across our global offices. Unispace values its employees and offers extensive rewards and recognition, career development, and a focus on well-being.

Join Us

If you are passionate about joining Unispace and contributing to some of the world's most recognisable commercial design projects, then please apply through our careers page.