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Mechanical Project Manager
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Pre-Construction Project Manager | Bristol - hybrid | Permanent | Up to £65,000
Are you an experienced Construction/Pre-Construction Manager with a background in engineering?
Looking to join a rapidly-growing contractor in a truly autonomous role?
PT Renewables is supporting their long-standing client in the South West on their look for a Pre-Construction Manager.
This is a senior role, reporting directly to the directors, sitting at the heart of the business and playing a key part in how they price, pursue, and win new work.
The Role
You'll take the lead on all pre-construction activity, owning the tender process end-to-end and working closely with the Director to assess, price, and submit bids across a varied project portfolio.
Day-to-day you'll be:
- Managing the full tender process from initial enquiry through to submission
- Writing and coordinating bid and PQQ responses
- Assessing the technical viability of opportunities and identifying any buildability or design concerns
- Carrying out and reviewing mechanical take-offs from drawings and specifications
- Providing technical input into pricing and submission documents
- Ensuring a clear handover of pre-construction information to the delivery team
- Keeping an accurate record of tender activity, pipeline, and outcomes
- Feeding into go/no-go decisions with early-stage cost and programme input
- Reporting regularly to the Director on bid status and commercial matters
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About you
You'll need a solid mechanical engineering background and hands-on experience in pre-construction or estimating within the M&E sector.
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- Competent in mechanical take-offs with the ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specs
- Experience reviewing and responding to contract documentation
- Able to manage multiple tenders at once and work to firm deadlines
It would also be useful if you have:
- An HNC/HND or degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related subject
- Experience with estimating or bid management software
- Knowledge of public sector or framework procurement
The Package
- Up to £65,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Permanent, full-time position
- Hybrid working in Bristol office
- Bonus opportunities
- Company pension
Interested? Get in touch today to discuss the role in more detail.
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