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Senior Pre Construction Manager

Job in Guildford, Surrey County, GU1, England, UK
Listing for: Cotech Building Careers
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-12
Job specializations:
  • Construction
    Construction Manager/ Foreman
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 140000 GBP Yearly GBP 90000.00 140000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Pre-Construction Manager

Location: Southern home Counties (Flexible / Hybrid)

Salary: Competitive + Package + Bonus

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a leading UK main contractor, renowned for delivering high-profile, complex projects across sectors including commercial, residential, healthcare, and infrastructure. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work, they are seeking an experienced Senior Pre-Construction Manager to play a pivotal role in shaping and securing future projects.

This is a strategic position where you will lead the pre-construction function on major bids, some in excess of £100m, working closely with clients, consultants, and internal delivery teams to develop winning solutions.

Requirements

The Role As a Senior Pre-Construction Manager, You Will
  • Lead and manage the full pre-construction lifecycle from initial enquiry through to contract award
  • Oversee bid strategy, programme development, and cost planning in collaboration with estimating teams
  • Engage with clients to understand key drivers, ensuring tailored and competitive submissions
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including design, commercial, and operational stakeholders
  • Drive innovation, value engineering, and risk management throughout the bid process
  • Mentor and develop junior members of the pre-construction team
  • Ensure governance, compliance, and quality standards are consistently met
About You
  • Proven experience in a senior pre-construction or bid leadership role within a main contractor.
  • Strong track record of winning and delivering large-scale projects (£50m - £100m+)
  • Excellent commercial awareness and technical understanding of construction methodologies
  • Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to lead, influence, and inspire teams in a fast-paced environment
  • Degree qualified (or equivalent) in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field
Benefits What’s on Offer
  • Opportunity to work with one of the UK’s most respected contractors
  • Involvement in landmark, high-value projects
  • Clear pathway for career progression into director‑level roles
  • Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible and supportive working environment

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Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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