Senior Pre-construction Manager
About the Company
This is an established and fast-growing design & build workplace specialist with over 40 years of industry experience. They deliver high-end commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects across the UK, with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and creating exceptional workspaces.
Operating at the intersection of design, construction, and workplace strategy, they provide a full turnkey solution to clients across various sectors including tech, finance, life sciences, and professional services. With a collaborative and forward-thinking culture, they’re committed to excellence at every stage of the project lifecycle—from concept to completion.
About the Role
As Senior Pre-construction Manager you will lead the pre-construction process across multiple high-value CAT B commercial fit-out and refurbishment projects. Working closely with clients, designers, estimators, and delivery teams, you will take ownership of early-stage project planning—ensuring feasibility, budget accuracy, and programme viability.
This is a client-facing role requiring technical expertise, commercial awareness, and strong leadership. You’ll play a key part in shaping how projects are structured and delivered, balancing innovative thinking with robust planning to ensure smooth handovers to the delivery team.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage and coordinate all pre-construction activities from client brief through to start on site
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Oversee cost planning, value engineering, and risk management with the estimating team
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Liaise closely with in-house design, commercial, and delivery teams
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Work directly with clients and consultants to develop project briefs, budgets, and programmes
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Prepare tender documentation and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
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Drive continuous improvement in pre-construction processes and standards
Rewards & Benefits
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Competitive salary (DOE) + performance-related bonus
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Hybrid working (office/WFH flexibility)
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Private healthcare
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Enhanced pension contributions
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25 days holiday + bank holidays
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Career development pathways and funded training opportunities
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Modern open-plan office and collaborative team culture
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Regular social events and wellbeing initiatives
Requirements
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Proven experience in a senior pre-construction or project management role within commercial fit-out (CAT B)
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Strong understanding of design & build methodology
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Commercially astute with excellent planning and coordination skills
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Confident in client-facing settings, able to present and communicate at a senior level
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Experience leading projects from pre-construction through to delivery handover
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A background in construction, engineering, or architecture is preferred
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Familiar with UK building regs, CDM, and procurement routes