Pre-Construction Manager

Clark Contracts Limited; Paisley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company in the UK is seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to manage bids and support ongoing projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in bid management, strong communication skills, and a detail-oriented approach. Join us for competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Group Life Assurance

Critical Illness Income Protection

Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay

Additional holidays for long service

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in bid management within the construction sector.
• Strong industry knowledge with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage the bid from tender stage through contract award.
• Prepare tender submissions that exceed client expectations.
• Develop long-term client relationships through the bid process.

Skills

Bid management experience

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Client-focused

Job description

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Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts Ltd is a privately owned main contractor with several operating divisions; Construction, Fit Out, Small Works, Retail, Housing and Maintenance.We employ over 250 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.

As part of our continued growth, we are now seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to support our Construction, Housing and Retail division to deliver largescale projects across the UK.

Role & Responsibilities

As a Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the bid from tender stage through potential pre-construction agreements and to point of contract award.
• Reviewing bid documents to develop a bid strategy, to deliver profitable, de-risked, winning bids on time and to the highest quality whilst maintaining external relationships.
• Managing the preparation of the tender submissions, to develop a bid response that exceeds our client’s expectations including, but not limited to: Construction methodologies / project buildability / logistical challenges. Specific technical questions. Risk register - in conjunction with bid team. Bid programme. Site visit reports. Alternative proposals including value engineering and optioneering. Prepare for and attend tender interviews.

This will include liaising with supporting departments (marketing, health and safety, environmental, surveying, contracts, design etc.) to allocate resources to specific tasks to ensure quality and tender compliance is achieved.

• Liaising with the Estimating department through the bid including. Review of tender bills, prelims, projects brief etc. to identify both risk and opportunity. Review of subcontractor and supplier enquiries. Engagement with key trades - develop relationships with supply chain. Review and engagement of Design Team.
• You will work closely with Contracts, Design, Commercial and Estimating to ensure the commercial viability of contracts.
• Develop long-term client relationships through the bid process to assist and create future opportunities.

Candidate

This a key role that will play an important part in the continued growth of the business. We are looking for a candidate who is:

• Ambitious & Driven: Committed to delivering excellent results with a proactive mindset.
• Experienced: Demonstrable experience in bid management within the construction sector, with strong industry knowledge.
• Confident & Organised: Able to work independently or as part of a team, managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Detail-Oriented & Client-Focused: Attentive to detail, with strong communication skills and a focus on delivering client satisfaction.
• Adaptable & Forward-Thinking: Flexible and solution-oriented, capable of addressing challenges with initiative.
• IT Proficient: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project and other relevant software tools

Why work for us?

At Clark Contracts Ltd, we offer more than just a job. We are committed to investing in our employees and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth.

In addition to a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience), you will benefit from:

• 33 days annual leave entitlement (This is inclusive of 8 public holidays), with the option to purchase additional holidays.
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development
• Contributory personal pension scheme.
• Access to the company’s Employee Assistance Programme which includes support for both you and your family (conditions apply) as well as a team of Mental Health First Aiders.
• Cycle to Work Scheme.
• Group Life Assurance.
• Critical Illness Income Protection.
• Company Sick Pay.
• Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay.
• Additional holidays for long service.

As gold accredited members of The 5% Club, we are committed to the continued development of all employees, and successful candidates will be given full support to start/complete their academic studies and be given the platform to establish themselves in their career.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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