Pre-Construction Manager / Senior Estimator Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire
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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 xsngvjr 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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