Pre-Contracts Manager
Bristol
Hatched Talent Solutions is partnering with a respected and growing commercial interiors business to recruit an experienced Pre-Contracts Manager.
This role is perfect for someone who thrives in the early stages of project delivery, bringing structure, clarity, and commercial insight to the pre-construction phase. You'll be working for a company with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional fit-out projects across a variety of sectors.
The Role
As Pre-Contracts Manager, you'll be responsible for the smooth transition of projects from the point of sale to the start of on-site construction. This includes managing contractors, coordinating internal teams, reviewing documentation, and ensuring project scope, costings, and deliverables are fully defined and ready for handover. You'll play a vital role in setting projects up for success, working closely with sales, design, and operations teams to ensure a seamless flow of information, risk management, and planning.
Key Responsibilities
Understand the project scope and ensure alignment between sales, design, and delivery teams
Select and engage sub-contractors early in the process, aligning their scopes with project objectives
Negotiate final contract documentation and support early-stage procurement of surveys, design input, and building control
Facilitate and document stakeholder meetings, addressing risk items and capturing all sales promises
Ensure changes in scope are identified and costed prior to handover
Oversee the full project setup: design reviews, file management, pre-construction documentation, and scheduling
Ensure financial goals are maintained, with projected GP tracked and improved where possible
Lead the handover process to the operations team with all key project information clearly communicated
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who brings structure, commercial awareness, and technical understanding to the table, while working collaboratively across departments.
The ideal candidate will have:
A proven track record in pre-contracts, project, or operations management
Strong negotiation skills, both with clients and subcontractors
A proactive and solution-focused approach to challenges
Strong organisational and documentation skills
Experience working on interior fit-out or construction projects
A working knowledge of H&S, building control, and design coordination
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
Confidence communicating across all levels, from site to boardroom
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the front end of major fit-out projects within a business that values detail, efficiency, and teamwork. You'll enjoy:
A collaborative working environment
Autonomy and ownership of your role
A company culture focused on quality, safety, and client satisfaction
Competitive salary and benefits
Career progression within a growing team