Pre Construction Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on advanced data centre projects.

Career growth and professional development.

Competitive salary package.

Supportive team culture.

Job summary

Winthrop Technologies is seeking a Pre Construction Manager in Dublin to lead and coordinate all pre-construction activities from initial enquiry to contract award. The ideal candidate will have 8–12+ years’ experience in pre-construction, particularly in large-scale projects like data centres. This role involves managing internal teams, client coordination, and ensuring submissions meet commercial and technical standards. Opportunities for career growth and competitive salary are provided. Join a supportive and dynamic team culture.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Manage pre-construction activities from enquiry to contract award.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and supply chain partners during bids.
• Oversee handover to project delivery teams.

Skills

Pre-construction management

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Construction methodologies

Multiple bids management

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.

The 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.

• 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.