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Job Title


Preconstruction Manager


Company : Dowds Group


Location : ballymena, antrim


Created : 2025-04-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

The MEP-Pre Construction Manager position is a key role within our Commercial/Operational Teams and requires an understanding and appreciation of the challenges our customers face and tailoring innovative solutions to overcome them. The role requires a high-level awareness of the industry & commercial acumen, as well as a strong technical foundation in the mechanical and/or electrical disciplines. This would suit a senior estimator looking career progression or indeed a contracts manager or quantity surveyor.The Role:Oversee the Pre-Construction phase and ensure smooth handover to operationsAttend commercial handover meetings with the estimation team and review tender estimatesConduct project launch meetings and produce/subcontract documents for MEP Produce Pre-Construction commercial reports, set targets, and manage procurement schedulesLead pre-construction procurement, reviewing supply chain and cost alignmentUpdate cost reports, monitor risks, and provide monthly cost updates to the Managing QS Manage design consultant progress, technical submittals, and ensure timely information releaseDevelop and manage the detailed Pre-Con programme and provide internal/external progress updatesChair internal progress meetings and manage Pre-Construction Change ControlOversee sub-contractor accounts, main contractor valuations, and Pre-Con cashflow projectionsIssue early procurement orders to mitigate risks and coordinate full project handover to operationPerson Specification:A good level of competency of Microsoft and Estimating packages, particularly ExcelAttention to Detail / AccuracyAbility to work as part of a teamTime Management - Ability to work to tight deadlinesExcellent Communication SkillsInnovative & Initiative Being adaptable to unforeseen issues