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