Pre-Construction Manager

TG Escapes Ltd

The Role 

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead all pre-contract activities and ensure the successful transition of projects from client instruction through to contract execution. This is a pivotal role within TG Escapes, focused on securing viable, profitable projects while coordinating internal teams, consultants, and clients. 

This role is office-based at our Coventry Head Office, therefore candidates must be within a commutable distance, although flexible/hybrid working may be available for the right individual.

Key Responsibilities 

Pre-Construction Leadership 

• Act as the primary point of contact during the pre-construction phase for clients, consultants, suppliers, and internal teams.
• Lead internal pre-construction meetings, tracking actions, risks, and programme milestones.
• Ensure all activities align with company processes, timelines, and commercial objectives.

Project Feasibility & Early Engagement 

• Support the sales team in reviewing new enquiries for viability, constraints, and risks.
• Coordinate site assessments, surveys, and investigations.
• Work closely with planning consultants and design teams from project inception.

Design Coordination 

• Identify design deliverables and communicate requirements to the Technical Director.
• Manage information flow between clients and the design team.
• Support procurement, onboarding, and management of external designers.
• Ensure drawings and specifications are viable and meet client expectations. 

Estimating & Commercial Support 

• Liaise with the commercial team on cost plans, estimates, and tender submissions.
• Review subcontractor, consultant, and supplier quotations.
• Challenge assumptions, value-engineer solutions, and mitigate commercial risk.
• Support preparation of tender bids, proposals, and client presentations.

Programme Development 

• Establish preliminary design and manufacturing programmes aligned with TG Escapes’ build solutions.
• Identify critical path items, procurement lead times, and efficiencies.
• Coordinate with production and logistics teams to align sequencing with factory capacity. 

Risk Management & Compliance 

• Identify and manage design, planning, ecological, commercial, and construction risks.
• Ensure mitigation strategies are implemented and monitored.
• Maintain compliance with CDM regulations, sustainability standards, and timber-frame safety and quality guidance. 

Client & Stakeholder Management 

• Build strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.
• Lead client meetings, workshops, and presentations.
• Ensure a smooth transition from pre-construction to delivery teams. 

Handover to Delivery 

• Produce comprehensive pre-construction handover documentation.
• Ensure design freeze, cost agreement, and scope clarity prior to contract award.
• Support delivery teams during project mobilisation as required. 

Skills & Experience 

Essential 

• Proven experience in pre-construction within modular (MMC) or off-site construction.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary design and technical teams.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to interpret cost plans, BOQs, and tender documentation.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. 

Desirable 

• Experience within education and leisure sectors.
• Knowledge of sustainable construction methods.
• Understanding of planning processes and building control requirements.
• Experience with project management software (e.g. MS Project, Asta).
• Degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or similar. 

Personal Attributes 

• Proactive, organised, and detail-driven.
• Strong leadership and collaborative working style.
• Commercially aware with technical accuracy.
• Problem-solver with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Passionate about sustainability and modern methods of construction.

What We Offer 

• Attractive, negotiable salary
• Minimum 37 hours per week with potential hybrid working
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• Office-based role at Coventry Head Office (Mon–Thurs 8:00–17:00 | Fri 8:00–14:30)
• Support with career progression and education
• Paid professional membership
• Cycle2Work scheme
• Charitable fundraising through our TG Challenge and CSR activities
• A supportive, innovative, and design-led working environment

Why Join TG Escapes? 

• Work on cutting-edge modular projects that positively impact communities and the environment
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking culture
• Strong commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly design
• Excellent professional development and growth opportunities
• Benefits including Hybrid Working, TG Challenge, The Great Escape Day, and 25 days’ holiday