Pre-construction Project Manager

Costain Group Plc

The Role

Overview

Lead pre‑construction planning and proposal development for water/wastewater projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • stakeholder management
  • bid support
  • solution design
  • team coordination
  • scope review
  • risk mitigation

Tasks

-Build strong internal and external relationships and help to manage stakeholder expectations -Work alongside the Bid management team to ensure proposals are in line with company governance procedures, whilst providing support to the estimating team on technical requirements -Plan and manage the development of commercially and technically efficient solutions that meet the customer’s needs and requirements -Co-ordinate the wider proposals and project team (including SMEs) to understand, identify and provide mitigations to challenges, risks and opportunities -Lead and manage reviews of customer enquiry documentation and complete scope gap reviews

Requirements

  • apm
  • engineering degree
  • water/wastewater
  • microsoft office
  • leadership
  • nec

What You Bring

-Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and make decisions when needed -Proven track record and knowledge of the UK municipal Water/Wastewater or other regulated process driven sector(s) -APM or equivalent project management qualification -Proven experience of developing and creating proven solutions to meet customer requirements -Comfortable presenting at all levels, both internally and externally -Comprehensive knowledge and use of Microsoft Office Suite -Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Process, Mechanical, Electrical or Civil Engineering -Water and Wastewater complex plant or systems proposals development experience -Able to effectively manage time and priorities to achieve deadlines -Strong leadership capabilities -Full UK Driving Licence -Contractual awareness (incl. NEC, IChemE) -Experience in managing stakeholder, including client, relationships -Strong verbal and written communication skills

Benefits

-National Water Hygiene Card

The Company

About Costain Group Plc

-A leader in providing innovative solutions, specializing in complex, large-scale projects across the UK. -Their expertise spans infrastructure, energy, water, and other high-impact sectors. -Deep history in delivering projects for government, private, and public sector clients. -Recent notable projects include major works in energy, water, and transport sectors, including upgrades to critical infrastructure. -Known for integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance project delivery and safety outcomes. -Services extend from consultancy and design to construction and asset management. -Deeply involved in shaping the UK’s energy transition, particularly in sustainable power generation.

Sector Specialisms

Transport

Water

Energy

Defence

Road

Rail

Integrated Transport

Nuclear

Utilities