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We have a fantastic opportunity for a Pre-Construction Manager to join our team within Vistry Services Special Projects team, at our Brentwood office with travel to sites. As our Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating all pre-construction activities related to fire safety remediation projects, ensuring compliance with Building Safety Act (BSA), Fire Safety Act, and other statutory requirements. This role involves managing site teams, liaising with stakeholders, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.We value in-person collaboration and team culture, but we’re also committed to supporting flexible working where possible. We encourage you to raise any specific requirements during the interview process so we can explore how this could be accommodated.___ • Competitive basic salary and annual bonus, • Company car, car allowance or travel allowance, • Salary sacrifice car scheme available to all employees, • Up to 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays increasing to up to 39 days with service, • 2 Volunteering days per annum, • Private medical insurance, with employee paid cover, • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave, • Competitive pension scheme through salary sacrifice, • Life assurance at 4 x your annual salary, • Share save and share incentive schemes, • Employee rewards portal with many more benefits... • Behave in line with our company values – Integrity, Caring and Quality, • ONC or HNC in Building Construction or NVQ Level 6 / 7 or similar, • SMSTS, • Previous experience as a Project Manager or Senior Site Manager for a high-volume house builder, • Up to date knowledge of SHE obligations and building legislation, • Proven record of motivating and managing a team effectively, • Able to work with others to achieve the desired outcome, • Capable of implementing change and of using initiative, • Confident outlook combined with resilience and diplomacy, • Proven ability to work effectively with senior management, • Ability to take a big picture view of multiple sites and make decisions accordingly, • Able to work with a high degree of accuracy, • Decision maker with pragmatic approach to problem solving, • Discretion and integrity in attitude and approach, • Able to work under pressure, • Ability to balance excellent customer service with the requirements of achieving Company targets, • Demonstrable personal credibility, • “Can do” attitude, • Willing to work extra to meet deadlines as and when the business needs require it, • A commitment to work as required to meet the needs of the business Desirable... • Internal company development programmes may be considered appropriate dependent on details, • Demonstrable career progression within the construction industry • Manage and support, communicate effectively with internal / site teams to achieve performance targets and align with company objectives, ensuring alignment on objectives and timelines., • Provide leadership during pre-construction phases, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities, oversee recruitment, appraisals, and employee development., • Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress, provide guidance, and resolve issues., • Oversee recruitment, training, and development of site staff, ensuring competency in fire remediation processes., • Manage performance issues, disciplinary actions, and maintain a positive, harassment-free work environment., • Contribute to the development and review of construction strategies for new and existing remediation projects., • Prepare detailed pre-construction and construction programs, ensuring realistic timelines and resource allocation., • Review programs produced by other team members and subcontractors, providing feedback and ensuring alignment with project objectives., • Prepare site logistic plans, including access routes, material storage, and welfare facilities., • Plan scaffold layout requirements and liaise with contractors and clients to gain acceptance of logistic arrangements., • Review preliminaries for projects, including accommodation costs and site requirements., • Conduct site visits prior to project commencement with contractors and potential subcontractors, acting as the principal contractor representative., • Coordinate with technical, commercial, and development teams to ensure buildability and compliance with fire safety regulations., • Prepare and review HRB (Higher-Risk Building) and BSA documentation for Building Safety Regulator (BSR) projects., • Lead FRAEW investigation works., • Preparing and reviewing SHE (Safety, Health, and Environmental) documentation., • Managing subcontractor documentation and compliance., • Chasing progress and ensuring timely completion of investigations., • Gathering and organizing pre- and post-works photographic surveys., • Reviewing and responding to client communications regarding FRAEW findings, led by the development managers., • Conducting site visits that may require liaising with residents to arrange access to private areas of the building for investigation purposes., • Ensure full compliance with SHE policies and statutory requirements across all sites., • Review SHE pre-construction documentation prepared by Technical Managers and compile construction related SHE paperwork., • Review the Entire pre-construction pack and submit it for sign-off by the Construction Director, Safety Team, and SLT., • Identify and implement innovative safety solutions to mitigate risks during remediation work., • Monitor environmental performance and ensure sustainability targets are met., • Ensure high site presentation standards on planning / pre-construction stage., • Conduct site inductions, toolbox talks, and promote a strong safety culture., • Monitor build progress against agreed programs and implement delay mitigation strategies., • Maintain accurate progress records and provide regular reports to senior management., • Update weekly reports and trackers for the SLT to ensure visibility of progress and risks., • Monitor the Monthly Special Projects Milestone Tracker and provide regular updates to ensure alignment with business objectives., • Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and handovers., • Participate in CVR meetings to ensure financial performance aligns with budgets., • Support procurement and subcontractor vetting processes, ensuring value for money and compliance with quality standards. We build more than homes, we’re making Vistry. Being a responsible developer and award-winning employer means we live each day through our ethos - doing the right thing. Our behaviours reflect this, as well as our values of integrity, caring and quality. Shaping all we do; they empower us to develop sustainable communities across affordable and private housing. We work in a partnership-led way, and you’ll recognise our renowned brands Bovis Homes, Linden Homes and Countryside Homes. Together with Vistry Works, our manufacturing operation, and the functional support of Vistry Services, we’re a proud UK Green Building Council member, UK top five housebuilder with a five-star House Builders Federation (HBF) customer satisfaction rating, and winner of many awards including Top Employer, Global Top Inspiring Workplaces, and Best for Talent Attraction and Outreach. Join us in making Vistry.