Role: Pre-Construction Manager
Location: London
Working: Flexible working available
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead the pre-construction process across a range of projects in London and the Southeast, predominantly within the education sector.
Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director , you will manage projects from EOI and tender stage through to negotiation and contract award , working closely with clients, consultants, designers, supply chain partners and internal teams.
You will be responsible for developing the bid strategy, construction methodology, programme and design approach to deliver a commercially viable and best-value solution.
Key Responsibilities
- Review tender information and develop the overall bid strategy .
- Lead and coordinate bid submissions, including writing, reviewing and identifying key differentiators.
- Manage Bid Managers, Bid Writers and wider pre-construction teams.
- Develop tender programmes, resource requirements and budgets, ensuring key milestones are achieved.
- Lead internal and external tender meetings.
- Undertake site visits and identify construction, logistics and buildability constraints.
- Work closely with clients, designers and consultants to understand project requirements and opportunities.
- Identify and engage appropriate consultants, designers and supply chain partners.
- Develop and challenge construction methodology, sequencing, programme and design solutions .
- Prepare and deliver mid and post-tender presentations.
- Manage second-stage tenders through to contract award .
- Capture lessons learned from live projects to improve future tenders.
- Support wider regional and national bidding initiatives as required.
About You
You will have strong pre-construction and construction management experience , with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and complex tender processes.
You will demonstrate:
- Proven experience in pre-construction and tender management .
- Strong understanding of construction methodology, programme, sequencing and buildability.
- Commercial awareness and the confidence to challenge proposals to achieve best value.
- Excellent client, consultant and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong understanding of health and safety within the tender process.
- Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
- Experience producing and coordinating quality tender submissions .
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and PowerPoint .
- Relevant degree qualification or equivalent.
- CIOB or equivalent professional qualification desirable.
- Must have previously worked for a Main-Contractor.
Groundworks Manager in City of London employer: Skilled Careers
At Skilled Careers, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer in the construction industry, offering a supportive work culture that values teamwork and personal growth. Our employees benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, competitive pay, and a commitment to safety, all while working in the vibrant community of Barton Le Clay. Join us to not only advance your career but also to be part of a company that truly cares about its workforce and their development.
