Pre-Construction Manager

About Crown

Crown is Ireland’s leading specialist roofing, cladding and façade contractor and a trusted partner to clients across Ireland, the UK and Europe. Established in 1993, Crown delivers high-quality projects across a wide range of sectors including digital technology, commercial, industrial, pharmaceutical, healthcare and residential. With director-led involvement on all projects, Crown has built a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-value works safely, on programme and defect-free.

Role Overview

Due to continued growth, Crown is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to join our Management team. This is a remote-based role, with candidates ideally based in Ireland, the UK or Europe, and able to travel to HQ and project sites as required.

Reporting to the Directors, the successful candidate will lead all pre-construction activities, taking responsibility for analysing and de-risking tender packages, coordinating design development, and ensuring projects are commercially viable, compliant and buildable prior to commencement on site. You will work closely with the Technical Design, Planning, Procurement and Operations teams to drive performance and ensure projects are positioned for successful delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all pre-construction activities from tender through to project handover
Analyse tender documentation, identifying risks, opportunities and cost implications
Manage production and coordination of design information, ensuring compliance with contractual and planning requirements
Oversee and manage the Design Programme / IRS and chair Design Team meetings
Identify and report risks at the earliest stage to Directors and Senior Management
Ensure projects are commercially viable, within budget and aligned with programme requirements
Manage internal resources and appoint external consultants where required
Maintain strong stakeholder relationships with clients, consultants and supply chain partners
Present reports to senior leadership and contribute to strategic decision-making

Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent in Construction Management, Architecture, Architectural Technology or related discipline
Minimum of 5 years’ experience managing elements of construction projects
Strong commercial awareness with the ability to assess buildability and cost implications
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Highly organised, proactive and solutions-focused
Full, current driving licence
Valid passport and willingness to travel as required

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience
Flexible remote working arrangement
Opportunity to work on high-profile international projects
Clear career progression within a growing organisation
Laptop and company-issued mobile phone
Supportive working environment with a strong focus on professional development and wellbeing

Pre-Construction Manager

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