MEP Commercial Manager - Pre-Construction in Newtownabbey

Your new company Opportunity with a well-established contractor delivering major projects across the UK & Ireland. A highly respected and long-standing main contractor is seeking an experienced MEP Commercial Manager - Pre-Construction to take ownership of the commercial and estimating aspects of MEP tenders across a range of high-value projects. This is a key role within the business, offering the opportunity to influence tender strategy, cost planning and procurement, working closely with senior stakeholders, clients, design teams and supply chain partners from project inception through to tender handover. Your new role You will be responsible for managing the MEP elements of tenders from initial enquiry through to adjudication, ensuring submissions are competitive, commercially robust and appropriately resourced. Working within an experienced pre-construction team, you'll take ownership of MEP estimating, cost planning, procurement and value engineering, while collaborating closely with estimating, commercial and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Take ownership of MEP tenders from receipt of documentation through to final adjudication Prepare and review MEP estimates, cost plans and tender submissions Price MEP works from first principles and obtain subcontractor and supplier quotations Review design information against Employer's Requirements and identify commercial or technical risks Prepare value engineering schedules and identify opportunities to improve tender competitiveness Engage with MEP subcontractors and supply chain partners throughout the tender process Review, analyse and compare subcontractor quotations and proposals Liaise with clients and design teams to obtain further information and resolve tender queries Support and lead MEP tender negotiations as required Work closely with senior management on tenders, offers and proposals Manage multiple opportunities across feasibility, cost planning, design and competitive tender stages Attend tender handover meetings and brief project teams on the MEP elements of successful bids What you'll need to succeed Proven experience within MEP / Building Services estimating, commercial management or pre-construction Strong knowledge of MEP estimating and construction technology Experience pricing and procuring MEP subcontract packages Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills Experience reviewing design information and identifying commercial risk Experience working closely with MEP subcontractors and supply chain partners Working knowledge of NEC contracts Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tenders and deadlines Degree qualified, Chartered or able to demonstrate relevant practical industry experience Confident working with clients, design teams and senior stakeholders What you'll get in return This is an excellent opportunity to join an established contractor delivering major projects across the UK and Ireland, with the opportunity to play an influential role in the pre-construction and MEP strategy of high-value projects. Competitive salary and benefits package Flexible / hybrid working Continued professional development Clear opportunities for career progression Exposure to varied, high-value construction projects A collaborative and experienced team environment What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be Skills: Commercial Manager Senior Mechanical Estimator Mechanical Quantity Surveyor MEP Commercial Manager MEP Pre-construction Manager Benefits: Competitive Package ADZN1_NI41bf1e1f-b16b-4260-a40a-17c77a06fd15