Senior Preconstruction Manager

Eden Brown; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Design & Build contractor is seeking a Technical Director to lead all technical design and pricing matters from tender to adjudication. This senior role involves working closely with design and commercial teams to ensure projects are buildable and commercially sound. Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of JCT contracts. The package includes a base salary of approximately £120,000, OTE up to £160,000, and additional benefits including holidays and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Base salary circa £120,000

OTE up to £160,000

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private virtual GP access

Pension with enhanced employer contributions

Life assurance and financial advisory support

Modern office environment with on-site amenities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior pre-contract or technical role within a design & build or commercial interiors environment.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience.
• Excellent understanding of JCT contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead all internal technical design, pricing and contractual activities from tender through adjudication.
• Collaborate closely with design and commercial teams.
• Produce accurate cost plans and pricing documents.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills

Strong commercial acumen

Cost planning expertise

Confident communication

Collaboration

JCT contract knowledge

Education

Degree or equivalent background

Job description

Company

A leading Design & Build contractor delivering high-end commercial interiors across London and the South East is seeking a Technical Director to lead all technical design, pricing and contract matters from tender through to adjudication.

This is a senior pre-contract position offering significant influence across the business, working closely with design, commercial and delivery teams to ensure every project is both buildable and commercially sound.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all internal technical design, pricing and contractual activities from tender through adjudication.
• Collaborate closely with design and commercial teams to ensure designs are technically correct, cost-effective and deliverable.
• Produce accurate cost plans, pricing documents and tender information aligned with client briefs and profit targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure competitive pricing.
• Manage pre-contract programmes and ensure critical path activities are met.
• Review and advise on contract terms (JCT knowledge essential), ensuring commercial protection for the business.
• Oversee internal handover and adjudication meetings, ensuring clarity and compliance.
• Ensure designs meet Building Regulations, Planning, and Building Control requirements.
• Support the wider team to deliver exceptional client presentations and project proposals.

About You

• Proven experience in a senior pre-contract or technical role within a design & build or commercial interiors environment.
• Strong commercial acumen and cost planning expertise.
• Excellent understanding of JCT contracts.
• Confident communicator and capable leader with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to influence at board level and drive process excellence.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience degree or equivalent background preferred.

The Opportunity

You’ll join a well-established business known for delivering award-winning workplaces and maintaining a strong reputation for quality, integrity and innovation.

The company operates a flat structure that empowers senior staff and values accountability, collaboration and autonomy.

Package includes

• Base salary circa £120,000 (negotiable)
• OTE up to £160,000
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + additional discretionary “Friday Off” initiative
• Private virtual GP access and wellbeing support
• Pension with enhanced employer contributions
• Life assurance and financial advisory support
• Modern office environment with on-site amenities and a supportive senior team

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer