Pre-Construction Project Manager

Pre-Construction Project Manager

UK - Fully Remote (With UK & Europe Travel)

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established, market-leading consumer brand as they embark on a significant period of growth across the UK and Europe.

This is a newly created role within the development team, designed to support an ambitious pipeline of new site delivery. Reporting directly into a senior leader, you will play a key role in shaping projects from early feasibility through to pre-construction handover.

The Role:

This position is focussed entirely on pre-construction, supporting site acquisition, feasibility, procurement and planning ahead of delivery.

You Will:

Lead site feasibility and pre-acquisition assessments
Manage consultants, surveys and technical due diligence
Set and manage project budgets and cost plans
Oversee procurement, tendering and contract pack preparation
Compile and manage ITT documentation
Ensure planning approvals, landlord consents and compliance requirements are met
Review risk, programme and supply chain readiness
Work closely with internal stakeholders before handing over to the delivery team on site

About You:

We are looking for someone with strong, hands-on pre-construction experience - not purely delivery / project management.

Suitable backgrounds may include:

Client-side development / property roles
Main contractor (pre-construction / commercial / bid teams)
Consultancy (PM / Building Surveying with strong cost exposure)

You will ideally demonstrate:

Experience across multi-site rollout programmes
Strong cost, procurement and feasibility expertise
Ability to manage consultants and external stakeholders effectively
Commercial awareness and ability to challenge tender returns
A self-motivated, independent working style (remote role)
A collaborative, low-ego approach to working with senior stakeholders
European project exposure would be advantageous

Location & Working Pattern:

Fully remote, UK based
National and occasional European travel (approx. 2 trips per fortnight)
Flexible working, with access to regional sites and hubs if required

Why Apply:

A high-impact, newly created role offering the opportunity to shape and scale a growing development pipeline, working directly with senior leadership in a fast-paced, expanding business. Competitive salary plus car allowance, annual bonus, and a comprehensive benefits package including family perks, lifestyle discounts and ongoing career development opportunities.

Next Steps:

Please get in touch with Lucy Wynn at Gleeson Recruitment Group for a confidential conversation:

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