Pre-Construction Manager

Pre-Construction Manager – Design Coordination & Tender Support

£75,000-£95,000 per annum + car allowance

London - Hybrid

A leading construction and development firm is seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to oversee and coordinate the design and technical aspects of various building projects. This role involves managing both pre-tender and post-tender phases, ensuring the quality and integrity of design solutions, and supporting the delivery of cost-effective and compliant bids.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess tender documentation to identify project risks, compliance issues, and scope of works

• Conduct site inspections to inform pre-construction planning

• Prepare scopes and compliance trackers for surveys, investigations, and regulatory obligations

• Develop detailed design briefs for external design consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers

• Manage and negotiate design fee proposals and monitor associated budgets

• Coordinate and produce detailed tender submissions, including programming and document collation

• Interrogate and review design documents to ensure compliance and identify technical gaps or opportunities

• Contribute to value engineering and lead evaluation of design alternatives at bid and construction stages

• Liaise with procurement and delivery teams to ensure accurate understanding of the tender design basis

• Organise and lead design review meetings, manage RFI processes, and track design progress

• Engage regularly with clients, consultants, regulatory bodies, and other third parties to ensure coordination

• Oversee model development (3D visualisation, BIM), ensuring alignment with technical and commercial goals

• Provide technical leadership across multiple projects and maintain clear communication across all stakeholders

• Ensure constructability and practical sequencing of works are factored into the design process

• Lead documentation processes related to sustainability and compliance schemes (e.g. BREEAM, LEED, etc.)

• Represent the business in external design-related matters, including client meetings and briefings

• Contribute to internal staff development by sharing regulatory updates and design best practices

• Support the business in compiling pre-qualification material for targeted bids

Candidate Profile:

• Degree or diploma in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or similar

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in the commercial or mixed-use construction sector, ideally with a principal contractor

• Strong understanding of structural solutions, MEP integration, building finishes, and statutory approvals

• Demonstrated commercial awareness, especially in value engineering and tender analysis

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, project planning tools (MS Project/Powerproject), and design platforms (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.)

• Deep understanding of construction legislation, compliance pathways, and approval timelines

• Strong interpersonal, analytical, negotiation, and decision-making abilities

• Able to communicate effectively with clients, consultants, and team members at all levels

• Adaptable, professional, and highly organised, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary in the range of £75,000 – £95,000, dependent on experience and qualifications

• Annual performance-related bonus

• Car allowance or travel expenses package

• Private healthcare and wellness support

• Pension contributions

• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

• Opportunities for continued professional development and support with chartership (e.g. RICS, CIOB)

• Dynamic and collaborative working environment, with a strong pipeline of projects across London and the South East

This position offers an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the early-stage success of high-profile construction projects within a dynamic and collaborative environment.

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