Preconstruction Manager

MJP Solutions Ltd; Ringmer; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing engineering firm is seeking an experienced M&E Pre-Construction Manager with a mechanical bias to lead pre-construction activities in Bracknell. The successful candidate will oversee tendering, estimating, and design coordination while liaising with clients and partners. Key qualifications include prior experience in a similar role, strong technical understanding of HVAC systems, and excellent leadership abilities. This position offers a competitive salary, company car, private healthcare, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Company Car or Car Allowance

Private Healthcare

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Performance-Based Bonus Scheme

Pension Contribution

Ongoing Training & Professional Development

Clear Progression Pathway

Supportive, Collaborative Working Environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Pre-Construction Manager or in a senior pre-construction role within the mechanical or M&E sector.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC and building services systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and deadlines effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all pre-construction activities for mechanical and M&E projects.
• Oversee tenders, bids, and technical submissions from concept to contract award.
• Collaborate with design engineers and estimators to develop proposals.
• Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
• Ensure smooth transition from pre-construction to delivery.
• Support business development and contribute to strategic growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Technical understanding of HVAC

Job description

M&E Pre-Construction Manager (Mechanical Bias)

Location : Bracknell

Package

Competitive Salary + Company Car + Private Healthcare + 25 Days Holiday (plus Bank Holidays)

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager with a strong mechanical bias to join our growing team in Bracknell. As a Pre-Construction Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in the early phases of our M&E projects, overseeing everything from tendering and estimating to design coordination and client liaison.

The Pre-Construction Manager will work closely with our commercial, design, and operations teams to ensure a seamless handover into delivery. You'll also have the opportunity to influence project strategy, win exciting new work, and help shape the future of our business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all pre-construction activities for mechanical and M&E projects.
• Oversee tenders, bids, and technical submissions from concept to contract award.
• Collaborate with design engineers and estimators to develop competitive, compliant proposals.
• Liaise directly with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners.
• Ensure the smooth transition of projects from pre-construction to delivery.
• Support business development and contribute to strategic growth initiatives.

This position is ideal for a Pre-Construction Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, technically driven environment and enjoys taking ownership of the full pre-construction lifecycle.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Pre-Construction Manager or in a senior pre-con role within the mechanical or M&E sector.
• Strong technical understanding of HVAC and building services systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects and deadlines effectively.

Benefits

• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Performance-Based Bonus Scheme
• Pension Contribution
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development
• Clear Progression Pathway
• Supportive, Collaborative Working Environment