KDM Group, a leading General Contractor and fit out contractor, is currently looking to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager who has ambition and initiative to drive change in a fast-moving construction company. The successful candidate will oversee the preconstruction planning and programming phases of our projects, ensuring accuracy and efficiency to meet our clients requirements. The suitable candidate can be based at any of our offices located at; Leeds, Warrington, Bristol or Dalgety Bay but must be willing to travel to various sites throughout the UK.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary point of contact during the pre-construction phase, maintaining clear communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Building strong relationships with client representatives and working collaboratively to find efficient planning solutions.
• Developing and maintaining project schedules in line with project management and planning procedures
• Work closely with clients, architects, engineers, and contractors to optimise design solutions and meet all applicable building regulations.
• Provide leadership during pre-construction phases, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities.
• Contribute to the development and review of construction strategies for new projects.
• Review programs produced by other team members and subcontractors, providing feedback and ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Conduct site visits prior to project commencement with contractors and potential subcontractors, acting as the general contractor representative.
• Coordinate with technical, commercial, and development teams to ensure buildability and compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Prepare and review HRB (Higher-Risk Building) and BSA documentation for Building Safety Regulator (BSR) projects.
• Review the Entire pre-construction pack and submit it for sign-off by the Construction Director, Safety Team, and SLT.
• Ensure high site presentation standards on planning / pre-construction stage.
• Gathering and organizing pre- and post-works photographic surveys.

Qualifications and experience

• Degree or HND in a relevant field.
• Minimal 3 years experience in a similar role.
• Sound knowledge of JCT 2011 MWD and JCT 2011 DB
• Strong background in construction planning requirements for England and Scotland
• Confident working across project and programme management environments
• Expert user of Primavera (P6), with working knowledge of MS Project
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proactive communicator with a collaborative approach
• (Desirable) Engineering, Technical background, ideally with General Contractors.

Benefits

• Company Pension Scheme
• Accommodation and travel expense
• Fuel card for business use

Salary - £60k - £70k + company car or £8k car allowancedepending on experience

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £60,000.00-£70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

Work Location: On the road