Pre Construction Manager

JR United Kingdom; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Glasgow is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to lead the bid process for energy sector projects. You will manage bids, develop strategies, and collaborate with engineering and planning teams. Ideal candidates have a degree in a relevant engineering discipline and proven experience in pre-construction management. Eligibility to work in the UK is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in pre-construction management within the energy sector.
• Strong track record in bidding for infrastructure projects.
• Experience on major frameworks or large multi-disciplinary projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead preparation, management, and coordination of pre-construction activities.
• Develop competitive bid strategies tailored to projects.
• Manage complex tenders from prequalification to submission.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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Working for a leading Tier 1 construction and infrastructure delivery partner on a portfolio of projects across Scotland’s Central Belt.

Location: Glasgow, Scotland (On-site)

Role Description

This role sits within a specialist infrastructure team delivering large-scale projects for the energy sector across Scotland’s Central Belt and beyond. As Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the bid process for high-profile frameworks and standalone projects, ensuring submissions are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest possible standard.

You will manage all aspects of bids, develop winning strategies, and provide leadership on major tender opportunities in areas such as high voltage substations, HVDC converter stations, and OHL works. The role involves close collaboration with planners, engineers, and commercial teams to produce technically robust, commercially competitive tenders.

Key responsibilities could include but are not limited to:

• Leading the preparation, management, and coordination of pre-construction activities for infrastructure projects
• Developing competitive bid strategies tailored to framework and standalone opportunities
• Coordinating multi-disciplinary input from engineering, planning, and commercial teams
• Managing larger, complex tenders directly from prequalification to submission
• Ensuring compliance with client requirements and technical specifications
• Participating in bid reviews and providing subject matter expertise during red and final reviews

Required Experience

• Degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline (e.g., Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering)
• Proven experience in pre-construction management within the energy sector
• Strong track record in bidding for infrastructure projects such as substations, HVDC, OHL, or grid-related works
• Experience working on major frameworks or large multi-disciplinary projects
• Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills

PLEASE NOTE

You must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please apply via this link or contact Georgia via LinkedIn or by calling The Resolute Group on 01332 653 911.

All correspondence will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.