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
Requirements
* 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
Benefits
* 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