Civils Pre Construction Manager

My Client is a growing and forward-thinking contractor delivering high-quality civil engineering and construction projects across the United Kingdom.

With a strong pipeline of infrastructure and groundworks schemes, they are seeking an experienced Civils Pre-Construction Manager to strengthen their leadership team and drive project success from tender stage through to delivery.

The Role

As Civils Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the pre-construction phase of civil engineering projects, ensuring robust planning, accurate pricing, risk management, and seamless handover to operations.

This is a strategic role requiring strong commercial awareness, technical expertise, and the ability to coordinate internal teams, clients, and supply chain partners.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to contract award

Review tender documentation, specifications, and drawings

Manage and coordinate estimators, planners, and design consultants

Develop buildable, cost-effective methodologies and programmes

Identify and mitigate technical and commercial risks

Oversee value engineering opportunities

Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors

Support bid submissions, presentations, and interviews

Ensure smooth and structured handover to delivery teams

Requirements

Proven experience in a Pre-Construction or Senior Estimating role within civil engineering

Strong knowledge of groundworks, infrastructure, highways, drainage, and reinforced concrete structures

Excellent commercial and contractual awareness

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications

Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills

Experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously

Proficiency in estimating and project planning software

Degree or HNC/HND in Civil Engineering or related discipline (preferred)

What We Offer

Competitive salary (DOE)

Company car or car allowance

Pension scheme

Private healthcare (after qualifying period)

Professional development and training support

Clear progression opportunities within a growing business

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Why Join ?

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping major civil engineering projects from the ground up.

You will be part of a dynamic team where your expertise will directly influence project success and company growth