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Pre-Construction Manager (Earthworks & Infrastructure)
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Pre-Construction Manager - Earthworks & Infrastructure
Location: London
Salary: Up to £100,000 + Package
A well-established, family-run specialist contractor is looking to appoint a Pre-Construction Manager to lead the delivery of earthworks and infrastructure tenders from enquiry through to contract award.
This is a pivotal role within the business, responsible for managing the full pre-construction process and helping secure major civil engineering projects. Working closely with technical, commercial, and operational teams, you'll develop winning bid strategies, robust delivery solutions, and commercially viable proposals.
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- Managing the end-to-end pre-construction and tender process.
- Reviewing client requirements and coordinating tender responses.
- Producing tender programmes and delivery strategies.
- Managing a team of 5.
- Developing construction methodologies, sequencing plans, and temporary works solutions in collaboration with engineering teams.
- Identifying value engineering opportunities and alternative technical solutions.
- Assessing and mitigating tender risks.
- Supporting commercial teams with pricing assumptions, cost plans, and bid submissions.
- Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain information and pricing where required.
- Playing a key role in bid strategy and client engagement activities.
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Requirements
- Civil engineering background.
- Strong pre-construction, bid management, or tender management experience.
- Demonstrable experience developing methodologies and delivery strategies for infrastructure works.
- Excellent commercial awareness and risk management skills.
- The ability to work effectively with clients, engineers, estimators, and operational teams.
- A degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline is desirable.
For more information or a confidential chat, please contact Hannah Searle at Bid Recruitment (Hannah.searle@bidrecruitment.com)
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