Pre-construction Manager

Role: Pre-construction Manager

Location: Manchester - Jobs nationwide

For this role you must possess the following:

* Proven Pre-Construction / Pre-Contracts experience within the commercial fit out sector
* Strong commercial fit out main contractor background
* 5+ years' experience in pre-construction, estimating, bid management, or similar
* Commercial fit out sector experience is essential
* Strong Design & Build experience and understanding of procurement
* Excellent client-facing, communication, and negotiation skills
* Strong estimating and commercial awareness
* Ability to manage multiple tenders and pre-construction projects simultaneously
* Full UK Driving Licence

Duties:

* Lead the pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to contract award
* Manage multiple tenders for commercial fit out projects ranging from £200k - £15 million
* Prepare accurate and competitive estimates, reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes, and client requirements
* Work closely with clients, consultants, architects, subcontractors, and suppliers throughout the tender process
* Attend client meetings, site visits, presentations, and tender interviews
* Develop and manage pre-construction programmes and key tender deadlines
* Coordinate design development, value engineering, buildability reviews, and technical queries
* Review subcontractor and supplier quotations and ensure competitive tender returns
* Identify project risks, opportunities, exclusions, and commercial considerations
* Lead value engineering exercises and identify cost-effective solutions
* Support the development of construction programmes and delivery strategies
* Ensure a smooth handover from pre-construction into the project delivery team
* Build and maintain strong client relationships, helping to secure repeat and negotiated work

Sector Experience:

* Commercial fit out projects only
* Experience working for a Design & Build commercial fit out main contractor is essential
* Strong estimating and client-facing experience is highly desirable
* Experience delivering CAT A and CAT B office fit outs is highly desirable
* Experience managing projects from £200k - £15 million
* Nationwide project experience preferred

If you're an experienced Pre-Construction Manager / Pre-Contracts Manager looking for a new opportunity within a growing commercial fit out business, please get in touch with Zack - Senior Consultant for more information - 07388 976 621 ()