Pre-Construction Assistant

Job Description

About Our Client\nOur client is a respected, family-run main contractor established in 2012, providing high-quality construction, façade, and utility services. Operating through three specialist divisions—Contracts, Facades, and Utilities—they deliver end-to-end solutions across residential, commercial, education, industrial, leisure, and public sector projects.\n\nTheir integrated approach, focus on innovation, and commitment to excellence have earned them a reputation as a trusted partner in delivering projects of all sizes and complexities.\n\nThe Role\nOur client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Pre-Construction Assistant to support their busy pre-construction and estimating team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone early in their career or looking to develop within a growing and dynamic company.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in coordinating pre-construction activities, supporting tender submissions, and ensuring smooth project handovers to delivery teams.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\n * \n\n Assist in the preparation and submission of tenders and bid documents\n\n * \n\n Support the estimating team with take-offs, document control, and subcontractor pricing\n\n * \n\n Help manage pre-construction schedules and ensure key deadlines are met\n\n * \n\n Liaise with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal departments to gather relevant information\n\n * \n\n Maintain an organised system for drawings, specifications, and other project documentation\n\n * \n\n Attend internal meetings to take notes and follow up on action items\n\n * \n\n Contribute to the preparation of project handover packs for delivery teams\n\nKey Requirements\n\n * \n\n Some experience or understanding of construction or pre-construction processes ( but not essential)\n\n * \n\n Strong organisational and administrative skills\n\n * \n\n Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)\n\n * \n\n A keen eye for detail and ability to work to tight deadlines\n\n * \n\n Excellent written and verbal communication skills\n\n * \n\n Eagerness to learn and grow within a professional construction environment\n\n * \n\n Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team\n\nWhat’s on Offer\n\n * \n\n Competitive salary and company benefits\n\n * \n\n Hands-on training and mentoring from experienced professionals\n\n * \n\n Opportunities for career progression within pre-construction or other project departments\n\n * \n\n A supportive, family-run business culture committed to staff development\n\n * \n\n Exposure to a wide range of construction sectors and projects