Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager

Unispace

Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager

Christchurch, New Zealand

Role Profile

As an Assistant Preconstruction Project Manager, organised and commercially aware construction professional who enjoys working at the front end of projects. You’re keen to deepen your pre-construction experience, contribute to winning work, and support the successful transition of projects from concept to delivery within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include but not limited to

• Support the Pre-Construction Manager in planning and coordinating all pre-construction activities
• Assist with reviewing drawings and specifications, identifying scope gaps, constructability issues, and value-engineering opportunities
• Coordinate subcontractor and supplier pricing, ensuring scopes are clear, consistent, and aligned across trades
• Manage bid documentation, RFIs, addendums, and tender queries
• Assist with the preparation of cost plans, estimates, and project budgets during bid and early project stages
• Support the development of pre-construction programmes and procurement schedules
• Maintain accurate records of pricing, assumptions, and risk items
• Help prepare client presentations, proposals, and handover documentation
• Liaise with internal teams (design, commercial, delivery) to ensure smooth transition from pre-construction to construction
• Build positive working relationships with subcontractors and consultants

Key Measures

• Accurate, well-coordinated tender submissions
• Timely and organised support of live bids and pre-construction activities
• Strong collaboration with project teams and subcontractors
• Seamless handover of information into delivery teams

About you

• 2–5 years’ experience in estimating, pre-construction, project coordination, or commercial roles
• Exposure to commercial fit-out or construction projects
• Understanding of subcontractor trades and tender processes
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Knowledge of construction documentation, scopes, and revision control
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Project, and document management systems
• Degree or qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, or similar (preferred)
• Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills

What We Offer

In return, you will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and travel opportunities across our global offices. Unispace values its employees and offers extensive rewards and recognition, career development, and a focus on well-being.

Join Us

If you are passionate about joining Unispace and contributing to some of the world’s most recognisable commercial design projects, then please apply through our careers page.