Contract: Permanent, Full Time
Location: London, Office-based
Hours: Mon-Fri 8.00 -17.00
Salary: Competitive
Job Title: Pre-construction Assistant
About Us
Ruddy Joinery is a leading bespoke joinery manufacturer and multi-trade fit-out specialist, undertaking multi-million-pound projects in the commercial, prime residential and leisure sectors. Established in the 1964, we are proud family business with over 60 years of experience in the industry. If you feel this is role for you and would like to join us to supporting the successful delivery of prestigious projects across London, we encourage you to apply.
About the Role
We are looking for a motivated Preconstruction Assistant to join our team and support the delivery of preconstruction activities across high-profile fit-out and joinery projects. The role involves working closely with the Project Manager and wider teams including design, estimation and QS’s to coordinate and manage key project inputs before construction starts.
The position offers exposure to multiple aspects of project delivery and provides an excellent development pathway into preconstruction, construction and project management roles within the business.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the delivery team in managing preconstruction activities across projects.
* Assist coordination between different departments to ensure smooth project preparation.
* Track and manage key preconstruction deliverables and project information.
* Prepare and maintain project documentation, reports, and trackers.
* Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure timely information flow.
* Identify potential gaps or risks during preconstruction stages and support in resolving them.
* Review drawings and provide comments to highlight potential constructability issues; value engineering opportunities; and accurate scope of work. Spearhead any corrections/changes needed.
What We’re Looking For
* Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
* Some Excel skills and confidence working with project trackers.
* Interest in developing within preconstruction, commercial, or project management roles.
* Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
* A collaborative, proactive, and problem-solving approach.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work on challenging, high-quality projects with leading clients.
* A collaborative and supportive working environment.
* Professional growth and development opportunities across preconstruction and project delivery.
Benefits:
* Health Cash Plan – Simply Health
* Bike2Work Scheme
* Pension - 4% Employee, 4% Employer
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
* Discounts via BHN Extras & bYond Card
* Company Events