Pre-Contracts Manager

The Construction Index Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading workplace design and build firm in Central London is seeking a Pre-Contracts Manager for high-end projects. This pivotal role involves client relationship management, overseeing construction projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards, offering competitive pay and commission opportunities.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Social events throughout the year

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in construction management or similar.
• Proven experience on design and build projects.
• Client-facing and pitch presentation experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead subcontractor/client meetings and manage project teams.
• Ensure high-quality project delivery on time and within budget.
• Manage tenders and trade procurement, cash flow, and final accounts.

Skills

Client-facing

Project Management

Effective Communication

Education

Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Ms Office

Ms Project

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Revit

Job description

Pre-Contracts Manager Job in Farringdon, London

Pre-Contracts Manager job available with a leading workplace design and build firm in Central London. Working on high-end and creative projects across the city, the role is suited to someone with experience in the sector and looking to be part of a collaborative team with lots of client-facing opportunities. Offering up to £100,000 plus commission!

Our client is a highly regarded workplace design and build firm, working with clients across a range of sectors including technology, finance, social media, and more. Typically working on 5-6 projects a year, valued at multiple millions. They are looking for an experienced pre-contracts manager to join their team, supporting with project feasibility studies, contracts negotiations, pitching, presenting, and supporting with internal process management. It's the chance to be part of a creative and outgoing team, working on a portfolio of unique and often award-winning projects.

Role & Responsibilities

• Build strong relationships with clients, landlords, and project teams; lead subcontractor/client meetings and manage site and delivery teams across multiple live projects
• Ensure snag-free, high-quality project delivery on time and within budget; oversee all build stages and maintain excellent site standards
• Site visits to monitor build quality and compliance with British Standards, codes, and best practices
• Deliver all pre-construction activities including surveys, design coordination, cost planning, tenders, H&S planning, landlord submissions, and full contract packs
• Maintain exemplary site setups and ensure full compliance with statutory Health & Safety requirements
• Manage tenders, trade procurement, budgets, valuations, cash flow, cost reporting, variation orders, and final accounts to improve gross profit
• Create pre-contract, construction, micro, and finishes programmes; maintain clear reporting on timelines and deliverables
• Understand JCT/contract terms; manage handovers, issue PC certificates, coordinate O&M manuals, and resolve post-completion defects.

Required Skills & Experience

• Degree qualified in construction management, or similar
• Proven experience working on design and build projects
• Ms Office and Ms Project, AutoCAD, Bluebeam and Revit are desirable
• Client-facing and pitch presentation experience.

What you get back

• Salary of £80,000 - £100,000
• Commission scheme of 1%
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
• Social events throughout the year
• Progression opportunities as the team expands.

Apply

If you meet the criteria above, send us your CV and portfolio. We receive a large number of applications so if you do not hear back within 7 days consider your application unsuccessful this time. We will keep a copy of your details on file for future vacancies.

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