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:

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Business Development:

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Generate and develop new business leads.
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Expand existing client relationships and leverage networks within Greater Manchester.
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Bring a database of established client connections and identify new business opportunities.
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Confidently bring new business through your own client base.

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Strategic Planning:

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Develop, input, review, and renew the company's business-winning strategy.
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Plan, lead, and manage activities related to identifying, pursuing, and capturing work opportunities.

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Tender Management:

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Oversee the tender process, ensuring the estimating team works under optimal conditions.
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Prioritise tenders to align with company goals.
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Lead early and mid-tender reviews, pre-submission meetings, and finalisation with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT).
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Submit relevant Pre-Qualification Questionnaire (PQQ) information.
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Undertake tender handover, preparing documentation for the project delivery team.

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Client Engagement:

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Build and maintain strong relationships with Main Contractors and M&E consultants.
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Attend early Design Team Meetings (DTMs) to lead initial project development phases.
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Ensure the company is positioned as the preferred bidder.

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Value Engineering:

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Identify and develop value engineering opportunities to enhance submissions.

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Project Management Support:

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Evaluate and advise on initial project durations and programme requirements.
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Engage with consultant teams to align on project needs and delivery implications.

Requirements

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Proven track record in M&E pre-construction management.
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Strong business development skills with an established client database in Greater Manchester.
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Ability to generate and secure new business leads.
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Experience managing tender processes, including submission and handover.
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Expertise in client needs assessment and building strong contractor-consultant relationships.
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Mechanical design background (beneficial but not essential).
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Strong organisational and leadership skills.

What We Offer

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Competitive salary up to £80,000.
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Opportunity to work on impactful projects averaging £3 million in value.
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Collaborative and supportive team environment of 10 professionals.
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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!