Pre-Construction Manager – MEP Contractor (North West)
Are you a detail-driven Pre-Construction with an MEP background? Or a Project Manager who enjoys the pre-construction part of the build process & would like to do that full-time?
Our client, one of the UK's leading contractors within the renewable energy sector, is looking for 2 x Pre-Construction Managers to join their team. With a significant multi-million pound turnover and a huge amount of projects secured and in the pipeline, work is assured for years to come.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Strategic Pre-Con Leadership – Oversee the pre-construction phase, ensuring feasibility, risk management, and commercial viability.
* Tender & Bid Management – Work closely with estimators, project teams, and clients to develop winning bids.
* Client & Stakeholder Engagement – Build strong relationships, translating technical jargon into clear, winning proposals.
* Technical Expertise – Ensure designs, costings, and value engineering are all aligned for successful project delivery.
* Programme Development – Create, review, and refine pre-construction schedules to ensure smooth project handovers.
* Risk & Compliance – Identify potential project risks and ensure all pre-con activities align with industry regulations and best practices.
* Collaboration with Operations – Work closely with project managers, design teams, and commercial teams to ensure seamless transitions from pre-con to delivery.
* MEP Specialist Input – Apply your electrical/mechanical expertise to shape successful project outcomes.
What We’re Looking For:
* Proven experience as a Pre-Construction Manager or a Project Manager who has overseen 'cradle to grave' installation projects.
* Strong background in MEP contracting with a mechanical or electrical bias and some knowledge of the opposing discipline.
* Understanding of commercial aspects, bid management, and value engineering.
* Ability to manage multiple pre-con projects, working to deadlines and budgets.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
* Experience working on projects in the Built Environment (commercial, residential, healthcare, renewables etc.).
Why Join?
* Work for a leading MEP contractor delivering high-profile projects.
* Be at the forefront of shaping project success before a single pipe or cable is installed.
* Competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a real impact in the industry.
* The opportunity to work on interesting projects at the cutting edge of 'green' engineering
* Flexible working patterns