Job Title: Pre-Construction & Marketing Assistant
Location: Preston, Lancashire
Salary: Up to £30,000 + Benefits
The Company
Our client is an established main contractor based in Preston, specialising in Healthcare and Public Sector new build and refurbishment projects across the North West. With a strong reputation for quality delivery and long-term client relationships, the business continues to grow and invest in its people.
Due to this growth, they are looking to appoint a Pre-Construction Administrator to join their collaborative pre-construction team of five, made up of Estimators and Administrators. This is a varied role that blends administrative support, marketing, social value coordination, and bid support, offering an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career within the construction industry.
The Role
You will support the pre-construction function across a range of activities including marketing and social media management, social value coordination, and bid/tender administration.
This role is ideal for someone with general construction industry exposure who enjoys working across multiple areas of the business and contributing to successful project bids and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Marketing & Social Media
Lead the planning and delivery of digital marketing activity, with a strong focus on platforms such as LinkedIn and X
Create high-quality written and visual content showcasing company projects, people, values, and community initiatives
Capture photos, videos, and site stories from live projects and company events
Develop and manage a consistent content calendar across social media channels
Monitor engagement and performance using analytics to inform future marketing strategy
Social Value Delivery
Coordinate and deliver project-specific Social Value Action Plans (SVAPs) aligned with client objectives and community needs
Build and maintain relationships with schools, charities, local authorities, and social enterprises
Organise and support community initiatives including site visits, volunteering days, workshops, careers events, and engagement activities
Track, measure, and report social value outcomes accurately and clearly
Pre-Construction & Bid Support
Provide administrative support to the Pre-Construction team, including document preparation, information collation, and coordination
Assist with bid writing and tender submissions, particularly marketing and social value responses for PQQs and tenders
Maintain bid libraries, case studies, and standard content for future submissions
Ensure marketing, social value, and corporate information within bids is consistent, compliant, and high quality
Work closely with Estimators, Bid Managers, and Directors to meet submission deadlines
Requirements
Previous experience within the construction industry (contractor environment preferred)
Strong organisational and administrative skills
Excellent written communication skills, particularly for marketing and bid support
Interest or experience in marketing, social media, or social value initiatives
Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to tight tender deadlines
Strong attention to detail and collaborative approach
Benefits
Salary up to £30,000
Vitality private healthcare
Structured training and development programme
Regular company and team social events
Opportunity to develop a long-term career within a growing contractor