Position: M&E Pre-Construction Manager
Location: Warrington
Salary: Up to £80,000
Team Size: 10
Typical Project Value: £3 million
Company Overview
A reputable Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) contractor based in Warrington, delivering high-quality M&E services to a variety of sectors, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join their growing team and play a key role in securing and managing new business opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
As the M&E Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for a variety of pre-construction activities, including business development, tender management, and client relationship management. Your role will involve:
* Business Development:
* Generate and develop new business leads.
* Expand existing client relationships and leverage networks within Greater Manchester.
* Bring a database of established client connections and identify new business opportunities.
* Confidently bring new business through your own client base.
* Strategic Planning:
* Develop, input, review, and renew the company’s business-winning strategy.
* Plan, lead, and manage activities related to identifying, pursuing, and capturing work opportunities.
* Tender Management:
* Oversee the tender process, ensuring the estimating team works under optimal conditions.
* Prioritise tenders to align with company goals.
* Lead early and mid-tender reviews, pre-submission meetings, and finalisation with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
* Submit relevant Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) information.
* Undertake tender handover, preparing documentation for the project delivery team.
* Client Engagement:
* Build and maintain strong relationships with Main Contractors and M&E consultants.
* Attend early Design Team Meetings (DTMs) to lead initial project development phases.
* Ensure the company is positioned as the preferred bidder.
* Value Engineering:
* Identify and develop value engineering opportunities to enhance submissions.
* Project Management Support:
* Evaluate and advise on initial project durations and programme requirements.
* Engage with consultant teams to align on project needs and delivery implications.
Requirements
* Proven track record in M&E pre-construction management.
* Strong business development skills with an established client database in Greater Manchester.
* Ability to generate and secure new business leads.
* Experience managing tender processes, including submission and handover.
* Expertise in client needs assessment and building strong contractor-consultant relationships.
* Mechanical design background (beneficial but not essential).
* Strong organisational and leadership skills.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary up to £80,000.
* Opportunity to work on impactful projects averaging £3 million in value.
* Collaborative and supportive team environment of 10 professionals.
* A strategic role with significant influence on the company’s growth and success.