Pre-Contract Manager

Overview We are a growing national construction company supplying specialist services to the water industry, the Environment Agency, and a broad range of private clients, holding more than 28 Framework agreements nationally. At Stonbury, everything we do is contributing to a more sustainable world with planet, people, and prosperity working in harmony to achieve it We have an exciting Pre-Contract Management opportunity at a progressive and inclusive water industry contractor. * £45-55,000 dependant on experience * Experience of working on Water, Wastewater, and Environment Agency Frameworks for design and build and build only projects * Possess, at minimum an HND in Civil Engineering with the ability to attain IEng or CEng. * Demonstrable excellent working knowledge of NEC 3/4 ECC and ECSC contracts. Furthermore, do you have strong work ethic, a full driving licence and enjoy working as part of a team? There are fantastic opportunities for you to develop and enhance your career at Stonbury. What you'll be doing Reporting to the Senior Estimator, and liaising closely with internal and external stakeholders, the Pre-Contract Management will be responsible for all pre-construction contractual work, enabling the Estimating and Project Management Teams to mitigate risk, maximise opportunity, and drive client satisfaction. You will work in line with our core values and role model our sustainability culture. * Work on Water, Wastewater, and Environment Agency Frameworks for design and build and build only projects between the values of £250k and £5m. * Act as the primary point of contact, ensuring regular and transparent communication with clients throughout the pre-construction phase whilst building and maintaining good relationships with the customer, subcontractors, suppliers, and design consultants. * Take an active role in developing new opportunities within the Framework and take the lead in project bids to ensure the Estimating Team has sufficient information to price the work and identify significant risks. * Develop the clients' requirements into a detailed scope with a sufficient level of detail to allow a competitive bid to be made for the project, identifying opportunities, cost savings and value engineering wherever possible. * Visit sites and prepare / complete site information ready for the tendering process, including measuring up as required. * Obtain all relevant Pre-Contract Information from the client. * Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate any potential issues that may arise during the construction phase. * Work closely with designers, including subcontractors, to develop comprehensive engineering designs aligned with the project scope and requirements. * Ensure that engineering solutions are buildable and cost-effective whilst meeting the client requirements and technical standards. * Co-ordinate temporary works designs/designers and ensure the most appropriate plant and equipment is selected for the project to ensure efficient safe delivery. * Review work packages and ensure the scope of work is clearly defined and understood. * Fulfil the role of principle designer on behalf of the company. * Develop NEC compliant construction programmes for bids. * Utilise practical engineering knowledge to interpret and understand engineering drawings, liaising with designers for any corrections or clarifications, ensuring all technical queries are closed out. * Hand over secured projects to the Project Management Team. Who we're looking for ESSENTIAL * Demonstrable excellent working knowledge of NEC 3/4 ECC and ECSC contracts. * Proven and extensive experience in Civil Engineering Project Management, preferably in the water industry. * Hold, at minimum an HND in Civil Engineering with the ability to attain IEng or CEng. * Extensive experience of MS Project or similar software for building and maintaining an NEC compliant programme. * Evidently highly proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings. * Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. * Proven customer service experience with a focus on client satisfaction. * A commercial mindset with acute attention to detail. * Full UK driving license. What we're offering In return for your hard work and dedication, the Pre-Contract Management will receive: * £45-55,000 dependant on experience * PPE and specialist construction tickets provided * Training and advancement opportunities * 24 days' paid holiday * Healthcare cash scheme * Death in service benefit * Eyewear scheme * Hundreds of discounts using Salary Extras * 6% company pension contribution At Stonbury, everything we do is contributing to a more sustainable world with planet, people and prosperity working in harmony to achieve it. Help us to create a healthier and more sustainable world. Join us on the journey and make a positive difference. All offers of employment will be subject to pre-employment screening