Preconstruction Manager

Greater London
Permanent
Commercial Management
Reference: 30800661686_1774355224

🧭 Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Pre‑Construction Manager to lead the front‑end development of traditional tendered fit‑out projects across London and the South East. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on detail, enjoys shaping winning bids, and can confidently coordinate design, commercial, and technical inputs to produce compelling tender submissions.

You'll be joining a contractor known for delivering high‑quality CAT A and CAT B refurbishments, landlord works, and corporate interiors - with a strong reputation for technical excellence and client service.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

Tender Management

  • Lead the full tender process for traditional fit‑out projects, from initial enquiry to final submission.

  • Review tender documentation, identify risks, and develop clear tender strategies.

  • Coordinate internal teams (estimating, design, commercial, technical services) to ensure cohesive and competitive bids.

  • Prepare tender programmes, methodology statements, prelims, and technical submissions.

Client & Consultant Engagement

  • Attend tender interviews, client meetings, and site visits to represent the business professionally.

  • Build strong relationships with clients, project managers, cost consultants, and designers.

  • Provide clear, confident presentations of methodology, logistics, and delivery strategy.

Design & Technical Coordination

  • Work closely with designers and consultants to ensure technical compliance and buildability.

  • Review drawings, specifications, and design information to identify gaps, risks, and opportunities.

  • Develop logistics plans, phasing strategies, and site management approaches.

Commercial & Programme Input

  • Collaborate with estimators to ensure accurate pricing and value engineering options.

  • Support the development of project budgets, prelims, and risk allowances.

  • Produce realistic and competitive pre‑construction programmes.

Handover to Delivery

  • Lead the transition from pre‑construction to project delivery teams.

  • Ensure all tender assumptions, risks, and client expectations are clearly communicated.

  • Provide ongoing support during early project stages where required.

🧩 What We're Looking For

Experience

  • Proven experience as a Pre‑Construction Manager, Bid Manager, Estimator, or Design Manager within a traditional fit‑out contractor.

  • Strong understanding of CAT A/CAT B refurbishments, landlord works, and commercial interiors.

  • Experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously.

Skills & Attributes

  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail.

  • Confident communicator with excellent written and verbal presentation skills.

  • Strong technical understanding of construction methods, sequencing, and buildability.

  • Ability to lead cross‑functional teams under tight deadlines.

  • Commercially aware with a solutions‑driven mindset.

Qualifications

  • Degree in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or related field (preferred).

  • Professional memberships (CIOB, RICS, APM) beneficial but not essential.

🌟 What This Role Offers

  • Opportunity to shape the front‑end strategy of high‑profile fit‑out projects.

  • A collaborative, supportive environment with strong technical and commercial teams.

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

  • Clear progression into Senior Pre‑Construction or Head of Pre‑Construction roles.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

ÂŁ90,000.00 - ÂŁ110,000.00
Per annum
GBP90000.00 - GBP110000.00 per annum + + package

Greater London

Permanent

Added 24/03/2026
Reference: 30800661686_1774355224

Preconstruction Manager

Greater London
Permanent

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