M&E Pre-Construction Director in London

Are you an experienced M&E Pre-Construction Director, Head of Pre-Construction or Operations Manager looking to join one of London's leading M&E contractors? Our client is a well-established £150m turnover M&E contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering complex projects across the residential, mixed-use and commercial sectors. With a portfolio of schemes ranging from £5m to £50m M&E, they continue to secure landmark projects throughout London and the South East.

Due to sustained growth and a strong pipeline of work, they are now seeking an experienced M&E Pre-Construction Director to lead their pre-construction function from their Central London office.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will take overall responsibility for the company's pre-construction department, leading a team of experienced engineers and ensuring the successful delivery of all pre-construction activities from initial enquiry through to project handover to the delivery teams. This is a senior leadership position offering genuine influence over business strategy, project wins and operational success.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the company's M&E pre-construction function.
• Oversee multiple major tenders and negotiated projects simultaneously.
• Manage and mentor a team of pre-construction engineers.
• Work closely with the Managing Director to develop business strategy and secure future opportunities.
• Review technical submissions, value engineering proposals and project programmes.
• Coordinate with estimating, commercial, design and operational teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
• Attend client meetings and presentations, building strong relationships with developers, consultants and main contractors.
• Ensure projects are commercially viable and technically robust before construction commences.
• Drive continuous improvement across all pre-construction processes.

Requirements

• Relevant Mechanical or Electrical qualification.
• Proven experience managing pre-construction activities on major M&E projects.
• Strong leadership experience managing teams within an M&E contractor.
• Experience delivering projects valued up to £50m M&E is highly desirable.
• Excellent commercial awareness and technical knowledge.
• Strong client-facing and stakeholder management skills.
• Candidates currently working as Operations Managers with significant pre-construction responsibility are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer

• £100,000 - £120,000 basic salary (DOE) plus comprehensive package or £500 - £600 per day (CIS/Ltd).
• Central London office location.
• Opportunity to join a financially secure £150m turnover M&E contractor with an exceptional project pipeline.
• Clear progression within a growing business.
• Opportunity to influence business strategy while working directly alongside the Managing Director.
• Long-term career stability with exposure to some of London's most prestigious residential, mixed-use and commercial developments.