Pre-Construction Assistant

About the Company

A highly creative, design‑led Design & Build firm delivering bespoke commercial interiors across Surrey and the South East. Known for its imaginative concepts, meticulous detailing, and collaborative culture, the business partners with clients who value originality and craftsmanship. With a growing pipeline of workplace, hospitality, and specialist interior projects, the company is expanding its pre‑construction function to support continued growth.

The Role

As Pre‑Construction Assistant, you will play a key supporting role in the early stages of project development. Working directly under the Senior Pre‑Construction Manager, you’ll help shape proposals, coordinate design information, manage tender documentation, and ensure the front‑end process runs smoothly and efficiently.

This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills, a passion for design‑led interiors, and a desire to grow into a more senior pre‑construction or estimating role over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Pre‑Construction Manager across all pre‑construction activities.
• Assist in preparing tender packs, proposals, and bid documentation.
• Coordinate drawings, specifications, and design information between internal teams and external consultants.
• Help develop cost plans, take‑offs, and basic estimating tasks (training provided).
• Manage subcontractor enquiries, gather quotations, and maintain supply chain databases.
• Organise site visits, surveys, and design workshops, ensuring all information is captured and recorded.
• Prepare presentation materials, including proposal documents and client‑facing packs.
• Track project progress during tender stage, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
• Support value engineering exercises by gathering product options, specifications, and pricing.
• Maintain accurate documentation, version control, and project filing systems.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of pre‑construction processes and templates.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in a construction, interiors, or Design & Build environment (pre‑construction, estimating, design coordination, or project support).
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to read and understand drawings (training can be provided for junior candidates).
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise with designers, suppliers, and subcontractors.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with InDesign or similar design software is a bonus.
• A proactive, curious mindset with a desire to learn and grow within pre‑construction.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, creative environment.
• Interest in design, materials, and the creative side of commercial interiors.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work closely with a highly experienced Senior Pre‑Construction Manager.
• Clear progression into Estimating, Pre‑Construction Management, or Design Management.
• Exposure to creative, bespoke projects with high design value.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture with ongoing training and development.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.