MEP Pre-Construction Manager

Company Description

BJF Group is a leading multi-discipline Main Contractor based across the UK, specialising in delivering high-quality construction projects across various sectors - priding ourselves of our reputation for excellence and attention to detail.

Within our MEP division, the engineering team plays a crucial role in the day-to-day delivery of planned works across a diverse range of properties and systems within large Mechanical, Plumbing & Electrical contracts.

Position:

We’re looking for an experienced MEP Pre‑Construction Manager to lead our pre‑construction strategy and drive Gateway 2 and 3 submissions under the Building Safety Act. You’ll guide design consultants, shape compliant and buildable MEP solutions, and ensure designs align seamlessly with procurement for a smooth project start.

In this role, you’ll:

Manage Gateway 2 and 3 technical submissions and maintain the “Golden Thread.”
Challenge and review MEP designs for compliance, buildability, and realistic operational assumptions.
Coordinate consultants, specialist subcontractors, and internal teams to close design gaps early.
Link design milestones to procurement, support tendering, and lead value‑engineering workshops.

Requirements:

Experience: Proven background as a Pre‑Construction MEP Manager, ideally within a developer or tier‑one contractor environment.
Regulations: Strong working knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, particularly Gateway 2 (Building Control Approval) and Gateway 3 (Completion Certificate).
Technical Skill: Solid foundation in building services engineering with deep understanding of mechanical, electrical, and public health systems.
Management: Confident in leading external design consultants and constructively challenging technical solutions.
Commercial Awareness: Ability to connect design decisions with procurement strategy, cost planning, and value engineering.

Desired Competencies:

Strong communication and leadership qualities.
Exceptional attention to detail — essential for BSR approval.
Ability to thrive under pressure and meet demanding submission deadlines.

Other Information:

Competitive Salary
Annual Leave Entitlement: 33 days per annum (inclusive of bank holidays)
Group Pension Scheme: Provided by Royal London to save for your future.
Free Eyesight test: Specsavers
Company Funded Health Cash Plan: helping you spread the cost of essential healthcare like, trips to the dentist.
Remote GP Access: speedy access to a GP by telephone or online plus electronic prescriptions
24/7 EAP Service: free advice, counselling and support for you and your family whenever you need it.
Discounted Gym Membership at more than 3,000 gyms across the UK.
Better BJF Initiative: wellbeing and mental health champions readily available at work.
Employee Referral Scheme: recommend a personal connection to us and claim a cash reward for their successful hire