Pre Construction Manager

Company Description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business, focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects across the utility and social infrastructure sectors.

Our team of highly skilled and hardworking specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Our company is split into two business areas:

• Utility Infrastructure – design, build and maintain critical water, energy (gas), power and telecoms infrastructure for the UK’s largest network owners and operators.
• Social Infrastructure – revitalise homes and communities by carrying out a wide range of work, from retrofit to refurbishment and maintenance.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Pre Construction Manager to join our team in Swanley, United Kingdom. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the pre‑construction phase, ensuring projects are set up for success from the outset.

In-depth knowledge of fire safety regulations, including:

• Building Safety Act 2022
• Approved Document B
• PAS 9980 and BS 8414
• Familiarity with design coordination and value engineering in pre‑construction phases.
• Ability to interpret and challenge architectural and engineering drawings.

Proven experience in early‑stage project planning, including:

• Scope definition
• Risk identification
• Programme development

Strong understanding of procurement strategies and supply chain engagement, support for cost planning and budget development in collaboration with QS teams, and experience working with framework agreements and public sector clients (e.g., GLA, DLUHC‑funded schemes).

Excellent communication skills for liaising with clients, design consultants, fire engineers and internal delivery teams. Demonstrated ability to lead design team meetings, drive progress, support client presentations and bid activities, and work cross‑functionally across commercial, design and delivery areas.

Familiarity with Building Control processes (including Gateway 2 submissions), Golden Thread principles and digital record‑keeping, and resident engagement requirements under the Building Safety Regulator.

Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field.

Membership of a professional body such as CIOB, RICS or equivalent.

Proficiency in tools including:

• MS Project
• BIM platforms (e.g., Revit, Navisworks)
• Document control systems (e.g., Aconex)

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for career progression aligned with the company’s growth
• Immediate interview for qualified candidates

If you’re ready to be part of our expanding team and contribute to our success, apply today for immediate consideration. Join us on this exciting journey of growth and innovation!

As a business United Infrastructure prefers to hire directly and will be in touch with our PSL agencies if we require support. We do not accept speculative CVs from agencies. If speculative CVs are sent, no fee will be applicable.