Pre-construction Manager
About the Company
They are a dynamic, design-led interior design & build specialist with a people-centred ethos. Operating across commercial, office, hospitality and creative workspace sectors, they bring together design, technical and delivery skills in a collaborative, transparent way. Their approach places emphasis on creativity, technical excellence and building meaningful client relationships.
About the Role
As Pre-Construction Manager, you will take ownership of the early phases of projects, driving cost planning, tendering, and design coordination. Your duties will include:
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Leading site surveys, feasibility / due diligence work, and risk assessments
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Developing detailed cost estimates, elemental cost plans and budgets
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Preparing tender packages and assessing subcontractor bids
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Overseeing design reviews, value engineering and constructability analysis
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Liaising with clients, architects, engineers and consultants on technical matters
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Managing pre-construction change control, budget forecasts and procurement strategy
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Ensuring alignment between design, buildability and end-use functionality
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Supporting bids, proposals and client presentations
You will act as a bridge between the design and delivery teams, ensuring technical robustness and commercial viability before works begin.
Requirements
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Proven experience (3+ years) in pre-construction or estimating roles, ideally within fit-out, interiors or refurbishment sectors
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Strong technical understanding of finishes, joinery, M&E, structure, services and interiors systems
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Experience producing cost estimates, bills of quantities, elemental cost plans or equivalent
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Competence in assessing subcontractor proposals, procurement strategy and package coordination
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Ability to interpret architectural, structural, mechanical & electrical drawings
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Commercial awareness, numerical & risk assessment skills
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Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management
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Self-starter with strong organisation, decision making and problem solving
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Degree or technical qualification (Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering) preferred
Rewards & Benefits
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Option to work a 4-day week (offering greater flexibility)
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Flexible working arrangements across office / site / remote
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Travel allowance to support site visits and commuting
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Competitive salary within specified range
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Professional development, training and growth opportunities
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Exposure to design-driven, high quality interior projects
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Collaborative, supportive team culture and strong design ethos