Preconstruction manager

Job Description

Pre-Construction Manager / Senior Estimator

Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £90,000£95,000 + Car Allowance (c. £100k package)
Working Pattern: 12 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

Keywords

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