Job Description
Reports to: Head of Delivery / Head of Pre-Construction
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About Unispace
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At Unispace, we transform workplaces for some of the world's leading brands. Our integrated approach brings strategy, design and delivery together to create spaces that inspire people, support performance and enhance wellbeing.
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With studios around the world, we offer a collaborative, inclusive workplace with opportunities for career development and flexible working.
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The Role
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We're looking for an experienced Senior Pre-Construction Manager to lead preconstruction activities across our commercial projects.
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You'll work closely with clients, project teams and subcontractors to develop robust budgets, programmes and procurement strategies, identifying risks and opportunities early and helping ensure a seamless transition from preconstruction into delivery.
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What You'll Do
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Lead and coordinate the preconstruction process across multiple projects.
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Review drawings for constructability, scope gaps and value engineering opportunities.
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Lead subcontractor tendering and bid analysis across all trades.
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Develop project programmes to support accurate estimating and procurement.
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Prepare, manage and update project budgets and cost plans.
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Present proposals, budgets and recommendations directly to clients.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and supply chain partners.
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Work closely with Delivery and Design teams to ensure a smooth transition into construction.
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Support project profitability while maintaining quality and client satisfaction.
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About You
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We're looking for an experienced construction professional with strong commercial awareness and a proven background in preconstruction and estimating.
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You'll ideally have:
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7-10 years' experience in construction estimating and/or preconstruction, ideally within commercial projects.
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Strong knowledge of subcontractor markets, trades and procurement.
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Experience scoping, analysing and managing subcontractor bids.
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Strong budgeting, estimating and value engineering capabilities.
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A good understanding of building codes, health & safety and construction methodologies.
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Experience using Microsoft Project and construction/project management software.
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Strong client-facing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
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A degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline is preferred.
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Why Unispace?
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You'll have the opportunity to take a leading role in delivering high-quality workplace projects for major global clients, working within an integrated design and construction business.
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We offer career development opportunities, flexible working and a strong focus on employee wellbeing.
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Unispace is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants.
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📌 Preconstruction Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Unispace
📍 New South Wales