Pre-Construction Manager – MEP Contractor (North West) Are you a detail-driven Pre-Construction with an MEP background? Or a Project Manager who enjoys the pre-construction part of the build process & would like to do that full-time? Our client, one of the UK's leading contractors within the renewable energy sector, is looking for 2 x Pre-Construction Managers to join their team. With a significant multi-million pound turnover and a huge amount of projects secured and in the pipeline, work is assured for years to come. What You’ll Be Doing: * Strategic Pre-Con Leadership – Oversee the pre-construction phase, ensuring feasibility, risk management, and commercial viability. * Tender & Bid Management – Work closely with estimators, project teams, and clients to develop winning bids. * Client & Stakeholder Engagement – Build strong relationships, translating technical jargon into clear, winning proposals. * Technical Expertise – Ensure designs, costings, and value engineering are all aligned for successful project delivery. * Programme Development – Create, review, and refine pre-construction schedules to ensure smooth project handovers. * Risk & Compliance – Identify potential project risks and ensure all pre-con activities align with industry regulations and best practices. * Collaboration with Operations – Work closely with project managers, design teams, and commercial teams to ensure seamless transitions from pre-con to delivery. * MEP Specialist Input – Apply your electrical/mechanical expertise to shape successful project outcomes. What We’re Looking For: * Proven experience as a Pre-Construction Manager or a Project Manager who has overseen 'cradle to grave' installation projects. * Strong background in MEP contracting with a mechanical or electrical bias and some knowledge of the opposing discipline. * Understanding of commercial aspects, bid management, and value engineering. * Ability to manage multiple pre-con projects, working to deadlines and budgets. * Excellent communication and negotiation skills. * Experience working on projects in the Built Environment (commercial, residential, healthcare, renewables etc.). Why Join? * Work for a leading MEP contractor delivering high-profile projects. * Be at the forefront of shaping project success before a single pipe or cable is installed. * Competitive salary, benefits, and the chance to make a real impact in the industry. * The opportunity to work on interesting projects at the cutting edge of 'green' engineering * Flexible working patterns