M&E Pre-Construction Manager

Position: M&E Pre-Construction Manager
Location: Warrington
Salary: Up to £80,000
Team Size: 10
Typical Project Value: £3 million

Company Overview

A reputable Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) contractor based in Warrington, delivering high-quality M&E services to a variety of sectors, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join their growing team and play a key role in securing and managing new business opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

As the M&E Pre-Construction Manager, you will be responsible for a variety of pre-construction activities, including business development, tender management, and client relationship management. Your role will involve:

• Business Development:

  • Generate and develop new business leads.

  • Expand existing client relationships and leverage networks within Greater Manchester.

  • Bring a database of established client connections and identify new business opportunities.

  • Confidently bring new business through your own client base.

• Strategic Planning:

  • Develop, input, review, and renew the company’s business-winning strategy.

  • Plan, lead, and manage activities related to identifying, pursuing, and capturing work opportunities.

• Tender Management:

  • Oversee the tender process, ensuring the estimating team works under optimal conditions.

  • Prioritise tenders to align with company goals.

  • Lead early and mid-tender reviews, pre-submission meetings, and finalisation with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).

  • Submit relevant Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) information.

  • Undertake tender handover, preparing documentation for the project delivery team.

• Client Engagement:

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with Main Contractors and M&E consultants.

  • Attend early Design Team Meetings (DTMs) to lead initial project development phases.

  • Ensure the company is positioned as the preferred bidder.

• Value Engineering:

  • Identify and develop value engineering opportunities to enhance submissions.

• Project Management Support:

  • Evaluate and advise on initial project durations and programme requirements.

  • Engage with consultant teams to align on project needs and delivery implications.

Requirements

• Proven track record in M&E pre-construction management.

• Strong business development skills with an established client database in Greater Manchester.

• Ability to generate and secure new business leads.

• Experience managing tender processes, including submission and handover.

• Expertise in client needs assessment and building strong contractor-consultant relationships.

• Mechanical design background (beneficial but not essential).

• Strong organisational and leadership skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £80,000.

• Opportunity to work on impactful projects averaging £3 million in value.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment of 10 professionals.

• A strategic role with significant influence on the company’s growth and success.

To Apply:
If you are an experienced M&E Pre-Construction Manager with the skills and drive to thrive in this role, please send your CV and cover letter to [your recruitment email/portal link]. Join a company committed to shaping high-value projects across Greater Manchester!