Pre-Construction Manager

About the role

The Pre-Construction Manager will shape the early stages of high‑profile fit‑out projects, turning creative concepts into buildable, commercially viable solutions. Working within a fast‑growing design‑and‑build specialist in Central London, you will bridge the gap between client brief and contract award.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the full pre‑construction lifecycle from client brief and site surveys through to final contract signing.
• Collaborate with the in‑house design team to ensure concepts meet budget, programme and buildability requirements.
• Conduct value engineering to identify and resolve construction challenges while preserving design intent.
• Engage the trusted subcontractor network, secure accurate competitive tenders and nurture long‑term partnerships.
• Represent the company in client presentations as the technical expert, reinforcing confidence in delivery capability.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years experience in pre‑construction, estimating or project management within the UK D&B or commercial fit‑out sector.
• Highly commercial mindset with a genuine appreciation for good design.
• Strong knowledge of the London supply‑chain and subcontractor market.
• Excellent communication skills, able to translate technical detail into clear client language.

Required skills

• Cost estimating
• Value engineering
• Tender management
• Construction budgeting
• Project lifecycle management
• Supply‑chain coordination

What we offer

• Competitive salary range £90,000‑£110,000 per year.
• Opportunity to work on a record‑breaking pipeline of projects (£1 m‑£15 m).
• Dynamic, award‑winning design‑and‑build environment.