Pre Construction Manager

Winthrop Engineering Limited; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Competitive salary package

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Winthrop Engineering Limited is looking for a Pre Construction Manager based in Dublin to lead pre-construction activities from initial inquiry to contract award. The role requires managing bid strategies, coordinating design and planning efforts, and ensuring compliance with client requirements. Ideal candidates will have 8–12+ years of experience in pre-construction or project management, particularly in large-scale construction sectors like data centers or pharma. Attractive benefits and a collaborative team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years’ experience in pre‑construction, project management, or commercial roles.
• Strong background in large‑scale construction projects (data centre / industrial / pharma preferred).
• Proven experience managing tender processes and bid submissions.

Responsibilities

• Manage the pre‑construction/tendering process from enquiry through to final decision.
• Coordinate internal teams including design, planning, and operations.
• Develop and review methodologies, Logistics Plans and technical submissions.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Bid management

Construction methodologies

Job description

Winthrop Technologies is Europe’s only dedicated data centre delivery partner, offering full turnkey solutions from design through to construction and commissioning. Headquartered in Dublin, we deliver projects across Europe and have become the most trusted name in our sector.

Pre Construction Manager will report into the Pre-Construction Director, lead and coordinate all pre‑construction activities from initial enquiry through to contract award and handover to project delivery teams. This includes managing bid strategy, design coordination, and stakeholder engagement to ensure all submissions are commercially robust and technically compliant.

Location: Ballymount, Dublin 22.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Estimating Lead to manage the pre‑construction/tendering process from enquiry through to final decision
• Manage and coordinate internal teams including design, planning, and operations
• Develop (with aid of Operations) and review methodologies, Logistics Plans and technical submissions
• Collate project risks and opportunities during the tender process
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners during bid phases
• Support cost planning, value engineering, and procurement strategies
• Ensure all submissions are aligned with client requirements and company standards
• Manage bid presentations and post‑tender clarifications
• Oversee smooth handover to project delivery teams
• Obtain feedback from Clients and Stakeholders and implement learnings
• Provide feedback to supply chain on their tender submissions

Skills & Qualifications

• 8–12+ years’ experience in pre‑construction, project management, or commercial roles
• Strong background in large‑scale construction projects (data centre / industrial / pharma preferred)
• Proven experience managing tender processes and bid submissions
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of construction methodologies
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple bids in a fast‑paced environment

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on Europe’s largest and most advanced data centre projects.
• Career growth and professional development in a fast‑expanding sector.
• Competitive salary package.
• Supportive, dynamic, and collaborative team culture.

Winthrop Technologies Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.