Pre‑Construction Manager / Senior Estimator
Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £90,000–£95,000 + Car Allowance (c. £100k package)
Working Pattern: 1–2 days WFH
Benefits: 26 days holiday, 3% pension, bonus in development
Company Overview
A growing main contractor in Huntingdon has an opportunity for a Pre‑Construction Manager or Senior Estimator to join its expanding team. The business delivers new build and refurbishment projects across education, commercial, industrial and public sector environments, typically valued between £2m and £10m. With no Pre‑Construction Director in place, the role offers clear progression into a senior leadership position.
Role Overview
This position suits an experienced Estimator ready to step into a wider pre‑construction remit, or a Pre‑Construction Manager looking for long‑term development. You will work closely with the Directors and an established pre‑construction team, supporting tenders, early‑stage project planning and client engagement.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead estimating for new build and refurbishment projects (£2m–£10m)
* Manage cost planning, risk reviews and value engineering
* Develop tender programmes, logistics plans and methodology input
* Liaise with supply chain partners to obtain competitive pricing
* Support bid submissions, tender documentation and client presentations
* Provide early commercial and technical input during pre‑construction
* Assist with small maintenance frameworks when required
* Contribute to continuous improvement of pre‑construction processes
Ideal Background
* Strong estimating experience within a main contractor
* Experience across new build schemes in education, commercial or public sector
* Ability to support programme, logistics and methodology
* Comfortable working in a growing business with progression opportunities
* Ambition to move into a senior pre‑construction leadership role
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