Pre Construction Manager

Role Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager or Pre-Construction Director to join an established and growing M&E contractor with a strong reputation across the UK.

This is a senior position overseeing the wider pre-construction function, covering estimating, business development, client relationships, design coordination, commercial strategy, and the successful handover of projects into delivery.

The business delivers mechanical and electrical building services across a wide range of sectors, including healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, hospitality, residential, and highly technical environments.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Leading and developing the pre-construction and estimating function
• Driving new business, tenders, frameworks, and repeat opportunities
• Managing key client relationships and supporting long-term account growth
• Overseeing mechanical and electrical estimating and tender submissions
• Working with design and BIM teams to develop buildable and commercially viable solutions
• Managing tender strategy, pricing, risk, exclusions, and commercial considerations
• Ensuring successful projects are clearly handed over into the delivery teams
• Leading, mentoring, and developing estimating and pre-construction personnel
• Contributing to wider business strategy and growth at Director level

Skills and Qualifications Required

• Strong senior experience within M&E pre-construction, estimating, bid management, or commercial leadership
• Previous experience within an M&E contractor or building services environment
• Strong understanding of both mechanical and electrical building services
• Proven experience winning work and developing client relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project risk
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
• Experience delivering complex or technically demanding projects would be advantageous
• HNC/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Building Services Engineering would be beneficial
• Full UK Driving License

What's On Offer

• £70,000 – £90,000 depending on experience and level appointed
• Opportunity to join at either Manager or Director level
• Senior leadership involvement at Director level
• Genuine opportunity to shape and develop the pre-construction function
• Strong pipeline of projects across multiple sectors
• Established M&E contractor with a strong reputation and long-standing client relationships
• Excellent opportunity for long-term progression and career development