Preconstruction Manager

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At Unispace, we are committed to transforming workplaces to meet the diverse needs of today’s dynamic global brands. Our agile, end-to-end approach is delivered seamlessly across borders, fueled by strong client partnerships and supported by insightful workplace intelligence and innovative…

Requirements Summary

We expect you to have a good understanding of the Preconstruction process from Client Acquisition through to the point where work on site begins.

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At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands.

With over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients.

Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other.

At Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas.

As a Preconstruction Manager, you will manage commercial Interior fit out projects from initial client briefing through the pre-contract stage. This will include working with design development, estimating, technical evaluation, assembling documentation for tenders, contract agreement up to the point of hand over to the Delivery team who will undertake the build process thereafter.

Responsibilities

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→Lead and coordinate the estimating proposal from scope identification to final costing, and submittal of proposal
→Thoroughly review plans, drawings and specifications and develop deep understanding of all materials, labor and time required to complete the project.
→Collaborate with Delivery team in planning phases prior to project initiation
→Review drawings and provide comments to highlight potential constructability issues; value engineering opportunities; and accurate scope of work. Spearhead any corrections/changes needed.
→Effective cash flow management, and communication potential profit opportunities to the Project team.
→Conduct comprehensive subcontractor bid process to ensure all GCs are bidding on the same scope of work, project details, logistics, time schedules, etc.
→Ensure project schedules are robust enough for estimating and purchasing to occur
→Produce complete and progressive project budgets throughout the client acquisition process and as projects are initiated, and presenting these to clients based on their needs.
→Ensure project profitability, client satisfaction and quality subcontractors on each project.
→Build and nurture subcontractor relationships which put our client first

We expect you to have a good understanding of the Preconstruction process from Client Acquisition through to the point where work on site begins. You'll need to have worked in Commercial or Laboratory/Life-sciences Fit-out, or have highly relevant experience from another industry. As an experienced member of the team you'll be expected to mentor more junior team members and provide assistance to them as needed, but also potentially manage them on larger projects where you require support. This is a hybrid role based in Reading.

What We Offer

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In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and travel opportunities across our global offices. Unispace values its employees and offers extensive rewards and recognition, career development, and a focus on well-being.

If you are passionate about joining Unispace and contributing to some of the world’s most recognisable commercial design projects, then please apply through our careers page.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this role. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are committed to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process and employment lifecycle where required by applicable law.

At Unispace, we believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, our culture, and the work we deliver for our clients. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with respect and has the opportunity to thrive.

Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs, in accordance with applicable local laws and regulations.