Preconstruction Manager

About Us

We are a national workplace design & build consultancy based in London and regionally, delivering high-spec design, fit-out and refurbishment services with sustainability, innovation and workplace strategy at the core.

Role

We are looking to appoint a Preconstruction Manager based in our Guildford studio, with an anticipated start date in January/February. This is a strategic hire for someone who will lead all preconstruction activities for large-scale interiors/fit-out projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead preconstruction phase activities including tendering, cost planning, programming, value engineering, risk identification and reporting.

Collaborate closely with design, commercial and delivery teams to define project scope, budget, procurement strategy and programme for upcoming projects.

Present preconstruction proposals, strategies and reports to clients and senior leadership.

Manage subcontractor/consultant engagement, procurement strategy and subcontract package definition.

Ensure preconstruction deliverables are aligned with client brief, internal KPIs and project execution phases.

Monitor market conditions, supply chain trends, cost forecasts and ensure the business is positioned for profitable delivery.

Requirements:

Extensive experience in a pre-construction or estimating role, ideally within commercial interiors or workplace delivery.

Strong cost planning, tendering experience and commercial acumen.

Excellent analytical, commercial and reporting skills.

Effective leadership and communication skills, able to influence at senior levels.

Ability to work collaboratively across multi-disciplinary teams and align preconstruction outputs with design/delivery goals.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer