Pre-Construction Engineer

Job Title: Pre Construction Engineer

Location: Solihull, Halewood, Castle Brom, ebmc – requirements to travel within all but each position will have allocated site. Worker will need to be flexible depending on requirements.

Rate: £41.50ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £30.87ph on a PAYE basis.

Employment Type: Contract (12 month contract)

Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week

Reference: J(phone number removed)

Position Description

The Opportunity to support our growing Pre‑Construction Team within the wider Infrastructure Department. Involved in all aspects of manufacturing sites development, from new build to refurbishments to minor works. You will assist in developing proposals, design concepts, and programmes from strategic intent through the full project lifecycle to commissioning and handover.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Accountable for the delivery of the pre‑construction activities to deliver infrastructure projects within GME manufacturing plants, using both internal and external contractor base.
• Drive a “Zero Harm” approach to safety in our designs and contractor performance.
• Manage a range of construction projects with various sizes including civil works, structural steel works, mechanical & electrical works and general facility fit‑outs.
• Support the wider business planning, in scheme reviews, budget cost creation and justifications.
• Support compliance with pre‑construction regulations such as planning applications, building control and listed building consent as required.
• Support the GME Pre‑Construction Manager in the development of key stakeholder relationships ensuring that GME is the primary source of all infrastructure works, including stakeholders outside of GME.
• Support the GME Pre‑Construction Manager with the development and maintenance of all infrastructure standards within ME, ensuring they are aligned to support the self‑sufficiency operating model.
• Complete the pre‑construction activities to facilitate the delivery of world‑class facilities and infrastructure, safely, on budget, on time and to agreed quality standards.
• Undertake any other work as directed by the GME Pre‑Construction Manager in connection with their job as may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Relevant degree qualified or equivalent experience preferred (but not essential) in infrastructure fields such as Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Building Surveying, Architecture, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, Infrastructure, Building Services, utilities, etc.
• Preferably a member of a recognised body (RICS, CIOB, ICES, APM, …)
• Proficient knowledge of RIBA Plan of Work stages, inputs, outputs and information exchange required at different stages.
• Experienced multiskilled and rounded delivery Engineers/Pre‑Construction Project Managers, with a bias regarding historic discipline; please identify this within your CV submission, e.g. trade associations, professional bodies, competency certificates, etc.
• Previous experience and strong background of infrastructure works from conception through to delivery and completion.
• Experience in pre‑construction, design, planning, cost estimation and feasibility studies.
• Knowledge in contractor management and site installations, to deliver benchmark site safety performance.
• Clear understanding of site safety, and safety legislation (CDM 2015 Reg etc).
• Excellent knowledge of building, construction and infrastructure methods, materials and skills requirements.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Proven experience in leading and managing teams to deliver against tight timescales and budgets.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting the development and costing of proposals, right through to delivery and final project completion.

Key Performance Indicators

• Support creation of quick pre‑feasibility studies to assess project allocation and pipeline management.
• Support creation of feasibility studies with a focus on health and safety.
• Support design teams, to support the development of proposals and solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Plan future projects, including design works and cost management.
• Complete all infrastructure planning works in line with relevant health and safety controls, i.e., compliance with CDM.
• Support delivery teams with pre‑construction information as required.
• Implement the governance process including gateways and templates aligned with internal & industry standards.
• Awareness of vehicle manufacturing processes and associated infrastructure needs (preferred but not essential).
• Influencing and presenting to senior leadership and board level.
• Ability to be challenged, react positively and articulate rationale.
• Scope / change management.
• Robust management of cost / timing / quality.
• Knowledge on risks & opportunities management.

Additional Information

This position is confirmed inside IR35.

Only candidates eligible to work in the UK need to apply.

No terminology within this advert is intended to unlawfully discriminate on the grounds of age, sex, race or disability and we welcome all applications.

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