Pre-Construction Manager - Harlow
Salary: Up to £95,000 + Package
Sector: New Build & Refurbishment
Employer: Tier 2 Main Contractor

A well-established Tier 2 main contractor with a diverse portfolio of public and private sector projects is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to lead its pre-construction function from the Harlow office. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of a growing department and work closely with the Pre-Construction Director on a wide range of new build and refurbishment schemes.

The Role

As Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all early-stage project activity, ensuring high-quality submissions and smooth handover to delivery teams. Key duties include:

• Leading and managing a small team of estimators, bid writers, and support staff

• Coordinating the preparation of tenders, bids, and pre-construction documentation

• Ensuring robust cost planning, value engineering, and risk management

• Managing design development during pre-construction phases

• Working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to support winning strategies

• Ensuring deadlines, quality standards, and bid governance procedures are met

• Providing clear reporting to the Pre-Construction Director

• Supporting business development initiatives and maintaining strong client relationships

About You

• Proven experience in a pre-construction, estimating, or bid management role within a main contracting environment

• Strong understanding of new build and refurbishment projects across multiple sectors

• Experience managing and developing teams

• Excellent organisational, communication, and leadership skills

• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence decision-making

• Ability to manage multiple tenders simultaneously and work to tight deadlines

• Collaborative, proactive, and detail-focused

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £95,000 depending on experience

• Comprehensive package, including car allowance and benefits

• Leadership role with genuine influence and visibility within the business

• Opportunity to shape and develop the pre-construction function

• Work on a wide mix of interesting and high-profile projects

• Long-term career prospects in a stable and reputable contractor

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