Preconstruction Manager

Preconstruction Manager | Bristol - hybrid | Permanent | Up to £65,000

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Are you an experienced Construction/Pre-Construction Manager with a background in engineering?

Looking to join a rapidly-growing contractor in a truly autonomous role?

PT Renewables is supporting their long-standing client in the South West on their look for a Pre-Construction Manager.

This is a senior role, reporting directly to the directors, sitting at the heart of the business and playing a key part in how they price, pursue, and win new work.

The Role

You'll take the lead on all pre-construction activity, owning the tender process end-to-end and working closely with the Director to assess, price, and submit bids across a varied project portfolio.

Day-to-day you'll be:

• Managing the full tender process from initial enquiry through to submission
• Writing and coordinating bid and PQQ responses
• Assessing the technical viability of opportunities and identifying any buildability or design concerns
• Carrying out and reviewing mechanical take-offs from drawings and specifications
• Providing technical input into pricing and submission documents
• Ensuring a clear handover of pre-construction information to the delivery team
• Keeping an accurate record of tender activity, pipeline, and outcomes
• Feeding into go/no-go decisions with early-stage cost and programme input
• Reporting regularly to the Director on bid status and commercial matters

About you

You'll need a solid mechanical engineering background and hands-on experience in pre-construction or estimating within the M&E sector.

• Competent in mechanical take-offs with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs
• Experience reviewing and responding to contract documentation
• Able to manage multiple tenders at once and work to firm deadlines

It would also be useful if you have:

• An HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject
• Experience with estimating or bid management software
• Knowledge of public sector or framework procurement

The Package

• Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
• Permanent, full-time position
• Hybrid working in Bristol office
• Bonus opportunities
• Company pension

Interested? xwzovoh Get in touch today to discuss the role in more detail.