Pre-Contracts Manager

TASK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager to drive the commercial success of projects. This exciting role involves overseeing tendering, cost estimation, and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring each bid is competitive and aligned with project goals. Join a dynamic team that values transparency and agility, where your contributions will shape the future of commercial projects. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the construction sector. If you have a passion for building and a proactive mindset, we would love to hear from you!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Discretionary bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Healthcare Cash Plan

5% company pension contribution

3x Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Strong experience in pre-construction or commercial roles in fit-out.
• Deep understanding of JCT contract administration.
• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying or related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost plans and commercial submissions.
• Collaborate with planners, designers, and clients.
• Lead subcontractor enquiries and manage negotiations.

Skills

Pre-construction management

Cost estimation

JCT contract administration

Client collaboration

Procurement strategies

Commercial compliance

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Quantity Surveying

Construction Management

Job description

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Talent Acquisition Business Partner at Praxis Real Estate Management

We’re entering an exciting growth phase, and we’re looking for a Pre-Construction Commercial Manager to play a key role in shaping the commercial success of our projects from day one.

Working across Cat A and Cat B office fit-outs, you’ll take ownership from concept through to client handover—ensuring each bid is commercially sound, competitive, and strategically aligned.

This is a stand alone role reporting into our Head of TASK with lots of autonomy and opportunity to grow with us in the role and make an impact.

About Task:

Project realisation is the heart that drives us.

At Task, we design and deliver spaces that inspire. As a specialist in commercial, retail, and logistics projects ranging from £50k to £20m, we’re known for our transparent, agile, and collaborative approach. We operate across the UK—bringing clarity, speed, and expertise to every build.

This is a great chance to join a company in it's early stages and be part of shaping our longer term success story.

What you’ll be doing:

• Tendering & Cost Estimation -Prepare accurate cost plans, BOQs, and commercial submissions based on first-principles pricing and supply chain input.
• Client & Stakeholder Collaboration -Partner with planners, designers, and clients to ensure submissions are aligned with project objectives, timelines, and technical requirements.
• Procurement & Subcontractor Management -Lead subcontractor enquiries, manage negotiations, and ensure best-value terms are secured ahead of handover to delivery teams.
• Commercial Compliance & Risk Management -Review client documentation, identify commercial risks, and ensure all submissions meet contractual and regulatory standards.
• Commercial Reporting - Contribute to monthly pipeline and bid health checks, supporting clear internal decision-making across the team.
• Project Transition Support -Help ensure a smooth handover of commercial information and assumptions from pre-construction into delivery.

What you’ll bring:

• Strong experience in pre-construction or commercial roles in fit-out, D&B, or construction
• Deep understanding of JCT contract administration
• A Quantity Surveying, Estimating, or Construction Commercial Management background.
• Strong knowledge of cost estimation techniques, BOQ production, and procurement strategies.
• Confident working with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners to shape commercially viable proposals.
• Comfortable working across London and UK-based sites/offices as needed.
• A natural communicator – clear, concise, and commercially aware.
• Relevant qualifications in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, or a related field (Chartered status or working towards it is a plus).
• Positive attitude, resilience and reliability.
• Strong initiative and an ability to navigate ambiguity.

What we offer:

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan
• 5% company pension contribution
• 3x Life Assurance
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial team where your impact is visible and valued

Working Pattern:

On-site 5 days a week in our London Knightsbridge office with occasional travel across the UK (1 day WFH after probation)

Our approach is open, collaborative, and agile.

Whether we’re delivering full turnkey projects or working alongside client partners, we believe in building lasting relationships grounded in transparency and trust. With in-house specialists and a growing national presence, we’re excited about what’s next—and we hope you are too.

Ready to shape the future of fit-out?

We'd love to hear from you!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other and Project Management

• Industries

  Construction

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