Pre-Construction Manager

Axis, part of Axis CLC, is a trusted property services specialist delivering responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishments and voids services across the UK. Backed by over 110 years of combined experience and the wider strength of Axis CLC, operating from 23 UK offices and employing more than 2,500 people nationwide, we support housing providers and public sector clients with high-quality maintenance and compliance services that help keep residents safe, properties well maintained and communities supported.

Our Planned Works & Projects team is growing, and we're looking for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join us in Stratford, East London.

This is a key role, responsible for managing the pre-construction phase of planned refurbishment, elevational remediation and capital works projects, ensuring schemes are fully developed, accurately costed and ready for successful delivery.

What you'll be doing

Work closely with operational, commercial and bid teams to develop projects from initial enquiry through to mobilisation.

• Managing the pre-construction process across planned works and refurbishment projects.

• Reviewing specifications, drawings and tender documentation.

• Coordinating surveys, site investigations and technical assessments.

• Developing programmes, methodologies and construction proposals.

• Working alongside estimating, commercial and operational teams to produce robust submissions.

• Identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies.

• Supporting value engineering and buildability reviews.

• Liaising with clients, consultants and supply chain partners throughout the pre-construction phase.

• Ensuring projects are fully prepared for a successful handover into delivery.

About you

You'll have previous experience in a pre-construction, project management or operational role within construction, refurbishment or social housing.

• Experience delivering planned works or refurbishment projects.

• Strong technical understanding of construction methods and sequencing.

• Excellent planning and organisational skills.

• The ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Commercial awareness and the ability to identify risks and opportunities.

• A collaborative approach and the ability to work across multiple business functions.

Desirable

• HNC/HND or Degree in Construction, Building, Surveying or a related discipline.

• Experience working within social housing or public sector frameworks.

• Knowledge of decarbonisation, retrofit or planned maintenance programmes.

What we offer

• Negotiable, depending upon experience.

• Car allowance

• Bonus scheme (eligible after one year's service)

• Pension scheme and life assurance

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

• Perkbox discounts and wellbeing benefits

• One paid volunteering day each year

• £2,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus

• Ongoing training and genuine career progression across Axis CLC

Why Axis CLC

As a growing national organisation, we offer long-term career opportunities, a collaborative culture and the chance to work on some of the UK's most significant housing and property programmes.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Many faces, one Axis CLC.

We're proud to be an equal opportunities employer and believe our diverse workforce makes us stronger. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know—we'll be happy to support you.