Job Description
Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager
Location: Manchester
Salary: £63,000 - £85,000
Sector: M&E / Building Services
Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
We are working with a well-established and growing M&E contractor who are looking to appoint a Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager to join their expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone from a pre-construction or estimating background who is looking to step into a more strategic, client-facing role.
You’ll play a key part in securing and shaping projects from early engagement through to handover to delivery teams, working across a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential, healthcare, and mixed-use developments.
The Role
As a Mechanical Pre-Construction Manager, you will:
* Lead the mechanical pre-construction process from tender through to project award
* Manage and coordinate tender submissions, ensuring competitiveness and accuracy
* Review drawings, specifications, and client requirements
* Work closely with estimators, design teams, and supply chain partners
* Attend client meetings and contribute to bid strategy and value engineering
* Identify risks, opportunities, and cost-saving solutions
* Support the transition from pre-construction to project delivery
About You
We’re open to a range of backgrounds, including:
* Mechanical Estimators
* Senior Estimators
* Pre-Construction Engineers or Managers
* Design & Build / Bid professionals within M&E
You’ll ideally have:
* Experience within mechanical building services (HVAC, pipework, etc.)
* A strong understanding of pre-construction / tendering processes
* Commercial awareness and the ability to interpret technical information
* Good communication skills and confidence working with clients
* A proactive and collaborative approach
What’s on Offer
* Total salary £63,000 - £85,000
* Base salary £55,000 - £65,000
* Bonus £7,000 - £20,000 depending on gross profit
* Office-based
* 20 days holiday increasing to 25 days with service
* Clear progression into senior pre-construction or leadership roles
* Opportunity to work on high-value, technically interesting projects
* Supportive and forward-thinking company culture