Pre-Contract Manager

MAC Recruit Group Ltd; Cumbernauld; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Pre-Contracts Manager to spearhead innovative bidding activities that will shape the future of transport and energy in Scotland. This role involves leading teams, managing tenders, and driving strategy within a forward-thinking infrastructure team. With a focus on civil engineering and rail projects, you will have the opportunity to influence high-impact initiatives and foster a culture of continuous improvement. If you are passionate about winning work that transforms communities, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension & Life Insurance cover

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• Proven track record in pre-construction or bid management.
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor pre-contract and bid teams.
• Manage PQs, tenders, and client submissions effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Bid Management

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Commercial Insight

Education

Degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

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Are you a proven leader with a passion for winning work that transforms communities?

We’re looking for a dynamic Pre-Contracts Manager on behalf of our client to join their ambitious infrastructure team. You'll lead innovative bidding activities that secure major civil and rail projects, influencing the future of transport and energy across the country. Our client is at the forefront of Scotland’s infrastructure development, delivering complex, high-impact projects across rail, civil engineering, and energy.

As Pre-Contracts Manager, you’ll lead our work-winning strategy—overseeing bids, leading teams, and developing winning submissions that set us apart.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading and mentoring pre-contract and bid teams
• Managing PQs, tenders, and client submissions
• Driving strategy and identifying new business opportunities
• Embedding a culture of continuous improvement
• Coordinating input from technical authors and cross-discipline teams

What You Bring:

• A successful track record in pre-construction or bid management within rail or civils (Tier 1 or 2)
• Strong leadership and collaboration skills
• A deep understanding of multi-disciplinary infrastructure projects
• Excellent communication, presentation, and organisational skills
• Commercial insight and a drive to win

Salary & benefits:

• Competitive salary – negotiable based on experience
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension & Life Insurance cover
• Ongoing training and clear career development

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Management

Industries

• Civil Engineering

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Locations include Glasgow, Cumbernauld, South Lanarkshire, Paisley, Renfrew, Livingston, and Dunfermline in Scotland.