Senior Electrical Pre-Construction Lead for Major M&E

King & Moffatt; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Development support

Employee Assistance Program

Health and Wellness programs

Bike to Work scheme

Job summary

King & Moffatt Building Services is seeking an Electrical Pre-Construction Manager to lead electrical pre-construction and bid strategy on major M&E projects across Europe. You’ll drive tendering, design coordination, and client engagement from enquiry to handover, working with senior leadership and supply chain partners.

This senior role requires a track record delivering complex data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, or large commercial schemes, with strong leadership and contract knowledge.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience within the Electrical Building Services or M&E sector.
• At least 5 years in a Pre-Construction, Senior Estimating, or Electrical Bid Management role
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering, Building Services, or Construction Management
• Strong technical understanding of electrical systems, infrastructure, and building services delivery
• Experience working on Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Industrial, or large commercial projects
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of JCT / NEC contracts
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tenders and work to tight deadlines
• Proficient in estimating software, MS Project / Asta, and digital construction platforms

Responsibilities

• Leading the electrical pre-construction and bid management process from enquiry through to project handover
• Developing winning strategies for Electrical and full M&E Design & Build tenders
• Coordinating Electrical Estimators, Design Engineers, Planners, and Bid Teams
• Reviewing electrical technical specifications, drawings, and tender documentation
• Managing electrical design development and technical compliance throughout tender stages
• Identifying project risks, long-lead electrical equipment requirements, and programme constraints
• Driving value engineering opportunities and innovative electrical solutions
• Leading supply chain engagement with key electrical manufacturers and subcontractors
• Managing tender programmes and ensuring submissions meet client requirements and deadlines
• Preparing and delivering technical presentations and tender interviews with clients and consultants
• Supporting seamless handover from Pre-Construction to Operations and Project Delivery teams
• Monitoring market trends, bid performance, and opportunities for continuous improvement

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Tender management

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

MS Project

Asta

Job description

King & Moffatt Building Services is seeking an Electrical Pre-Construction Manager to lead electrical pre-construction and bid strategy on major M&E projects across Europe. You’ll drive tendering, design coordination, and client engagement from enquiry to handover, working with senior leadership and supply chain partners.

This senior role requires a track record delivering complex data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial, or large commercial schemes, with strong leadership and contract knowledge.