Technical Director (Pre-Contracts) - Design & Build Interiors London SE1 (London Bridge) | Fully Office-Based Salary: £80,000-£120,000 commission (OTE £40k) Hours: 08:30-17:30 (Mon-Fri) Working pattern: 100% office-based (no WFH/flexible working) Overview My client is a leading Design & Build workplace interiors contractor based in SE1, seeking a Technical Director to lead all internal technical and commercial pre-contract activity from tender stage through to adjudication. This is a pivotal appointment for an experienced pre-contract leader who can combine technical credibility, cost control and client-facing confidence in a fast-turnaround D&B environment. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing multiple tenders at pace, producing accurate pricing and scope documentation, and presenting cost and technical solutions in high-pressure pitch scenarios. Key Responsibilities Lead the technical and commercial pre-contract process from tender stage through to adjudication Price tenders in line with the project brief, building constraints and submitted design, ensuring gross profit targets are achievable Work closely with internal design stakeholders to ensure all designs are accurate, technically compliant, deliverable, and fully costed Build and maintain strong subcontractor relationships to secure best-value commercial terms Ensure pitch documentation is produced to deadlines and support rehearsals ahead of client presentations Produce tender submissions including pricing, programme and supporting technical information in line with deadlines Review contracts to protect business interests and engage external legal support where required Ensure gross profit margin requirements are achieved on all tenders Lead structured handovers and adjudication meetings in line with internal processes Produce pre-contract programmes outlining critical path activities Ensure the delivery team fully understands scope, pricing, risks, timeline and project background Maintain compliance with internal procedures, CDM requirements, and relevant quality/environment/health & safety standards Ensure technical solutions comply with Building Regulations, Planning requirements and Building Control legislation Candidate Profile This role will suit a senior pre-contract professional with a commercial interiors Design & Build background, ideally from a Commercial Officer / Preconstruction leadership route, who is now operating at Technical Director / Head of Pre-Contracts level. Key requirements include: Strong experience in cost planning and value engineering Proven background in commercial pre-contracts within office/workplace Design & Build Detailed knowledge of JCT contracts Confident presenter, able to pitch and influence at client level Highly driven, organised and comfortable working at pace across multiple tenders 5 years' industry experience or degree-level qualification Salary & Benefits My client offers a competitive salary and commission structure, plus a comprehensive benefits package including: Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support and wellbeing hub Virtual GP service available 24/7 for employee and immediate family Complimentary access to independent pensions and mortgage advice Life assurance (3x salary after 12 months' service) Season ticket loans and Cycle to Work scheme 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Additional Christmas closure days (not deducted from annual leave allowance) On-site coffee shop with complimentary tea, coffee, fresh fruit and breakfast Company pension scheme via salary sacrifice, with enhanced contributions available Trial initiative: office closure on the last Friday of each month (discretionary and subject to business needs)