Pre-Construction Project Manager

Build Space Group Ltd

Freelance Pre-Construction Project Manager
Location: Finchley, London (Hybrid Working)
Contract Type: Freelance / Contract
Day Rate: £400 – £425 per day
Project Value: £12 Million
Project Duration: 18 Months Total

We are currently seeking an experienced Freelance Pre-Construction Project Manager to join a high-end residential development project in London consisting of 25 luxury residential units.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially aware and delivery-focused Project Manager with strong pre-construction experience and a proven background managing high-spec residential developments from inception through to completion.

Project Overview

The project consists of a £12m luxury residential scheme delivering 25 high-spec units.

  • First 6 Months: Pre-Construction Phase
  • Following 12 Months: Delivery & Construction Phase
This role offers a hybrid working arrangement with flexibility throughout both stages of the project.

Working Arrangement

Pre-Construction Phase:

  • 4 Days Working from Home
  • 1 Day On Site / Office
Delivery Phase:

  • 3 Days Working from Home
  • 2 Days On Site / Office
Office location based in Finchley, London.

 

Key Responsibilities

Pre-Construction Phase

  • Lead and manage the project through pre-construction stages
  • Coordinate design development and consultant teams
  • Manage planning conditions, technical submissions and procurement schedules
  • Review programme sequencing and buildability
  • Coordinate tender packages and subcontractor engagement
  • Monitor project budgets, cost planning and value engineering exercises
  • Liaise with architects, engineers and commercial teams
  • Ensure programme milestones and pre-start requirements are achieved
  • Oversee risk management and compliance documentation
Delivery Phase

  • Manage project delivery from site commencement through to handover
  • Coordinate site teams, subcontractors and consultant teams
  • Monitor programme, quality and budget performance
  • Ensure high-end finish standards are maintained throughout
  • Chair progress meetings and manage reporting procedures
  • Oversee health & safety compliance and site operations
  • Manage client expectations and project communications
  • Drive programme targets and successful project completion
 

Candidate Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Project Manager on high-end residential developments
  • Strong pre-construction and delivery experience essential
  • Experience managing projects valued £10m+
  • Background delivering luxury residential schemes preferred
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong commercial awareness and programme management ability
  • Ability to manage projects from inception to completion
  • SMSTS, CSCS and First Aid preferred
  • Proficient with construction reporting and project management systems
This role would suit a proactive and organised Project Manager looking for a long-term freelance opportunity on a prestigious residential development in London.

To apply, please email your updated CV to (url removed) should you be interested in the position.

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