Pre-Construction Manager
About the Company
Our client is a leading M&E contractor delivering Mechanical, Electrical, Energy and Renewables projects across the UK and Ireland. Working across Healthcare, Education, Residential, Workplace, Heritage and Hospitality, they have built a strong reputation for quality, innovation and technical excellence.
Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join their team in Mallusk.
The Opportunity
This is a key role responsible for managing projects through the pre-construction phase, ensuring they are commercially viable, technically coordinated, and ready for successful delivery.
Working closely with clients, consultants, design teams and operational staff, you will oversee budgets, programmes, procurement strategies, risk management and project planning from tender stage through to handover to the delivery team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the pre-construction process from enquiry to project handover.
- Develop project budgets, cost plans and construction programmes.
- Review designs and coordinate with consultants and design teams.
- Carry out site visits and feasibility assessments.
- Identify and mitigate project risks.
- Manage tender submissions and subcontractor negotiations.
- Oversee BIM coordination and technical submissions.
- Liaise with clients and key project stakeholders.
- Ensure projects are fully prepared for operational delivery.
Candidate Requirements
- Proven experience in a Pre-Construction Manager role.
- Strong M&E or Building Services background.
- Experience managing large-scale commercial or public-sector projects.
- Strong understanding of construction planning, procurement and contracts.
- Experience coordinating design teams and project stakeholders.
- Knowledge of BIM and digital construction processes.
- Excellent commercial, communication and leadership skills.
- Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Engineering, Quantity Surveying or similar.
What’s on Offer
- £65,000 – £75,000 DOE
- Mallusk-based office role
- Join a highly respected and growing M&E contractor.
- Work on major projects across the UK and Ireland.
- Strong pipeline of secured work.
- Clear opportunities for career progression.
- Collaborative and supportive working environment.
This role would suit an experienced Pre-Construction Manager looking to join a leading M&E contractor and play a pivotal role in shaping major projects before they enter delivery.
Skills:Construction management
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