Pre-Construction Project Manager

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Norwich
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£55,000 / year
CATEGORY
Construction
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SKILLS

Project Management Due Diligence Risk Management CDM Regulations Budget Control Tender Documentation Negotiation Technical Evaluation

FULL DESCRIPTION

Pre-Construction Project Manager

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] · Development & Sales (New Homes) · Office Based - Negotiable (any [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Office)

Permanent | Full Time | 37 hours per week | Monday to Friday | Agile Working

Yearly salary: £47,500 - £55,000

Closing date: 17th May 2026 (Midnight)

Key Responsibilities

  • Supporting the Head of Pre‑Construction and Pre‑Construction Manager to secure development opportunities aligned to the Group’s strategy
  • Progressing projects through the Development Controls Process, optimising opportunities to site
  • Undertaking comprehensive technical evaluations and due diligence
  • Identifying, managing and mitigating design, commercial and construction risks
  • Overseeing the establishment of robust legal agreements
  • Ensuring client pre‑contract duties under CDM Regulations are fulfilled for each project
  • Working with external consultants to produce tender documentation
  • Competitively tendering projects across a range of construction contract types
  • Ensuring designs align with agreed briefs, Homes England requirements and market demand
  • Collaborating closely with Delivery teams to ensure a smooth transition from pre‑construction to post‑contract
  • Working with Sales and Partnerships teams to align planning and design outcomes

Skills and Experience

You’ll bring strong pre‑construction experience from within construction, development or housing, with the ability to add value at every stage of a project.

  • A proven track record within the construction, development or housing sector
  • A relevant professional qualification, degree or professional membership
  • Strong skills in due diligence, budget control and risk management
  • Experience working with external consultants and multidisciplinary teams
  • Excellent communication, negotiation and problem‑solving skills
  • A creative mindset with a focus on enhancing viability and buildability
  • An understanding of working in a regulated environment
  • A full, valid UK driving licence

What We Offer

  • The opportunity to influence early project decisions and add real value to development outcomes
  • Exposure to a wide range of development projects and procurement routes
  • Ongoing personal development supported through talent reviews and performance feedback
  • The chance to develop existing skills while learning new ones from experienced colleagues
  • A collaborative, professional environment focused on delivering high‑quality homes

How to Apply

To apply, click below and upload your CV (PDF format), along with a supporting statement explaining why you are the right person for the role.

Important Additional Information

Closing date: 17th May 2026 (Midnight)

Interview date: 26th/27th May 2026

No agencies please.

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