Preconstruction Project Manager

Overview

You will lead the preconstruction bid process in the Northwest, coordinating internal and external resources to win high-value bids and exceed customer expectations. Working under the Preconstruction Manager, you’ll shape commercial strategy, manage risk, and foster a seamless handover to operations. The role spans diverse sectors and two-stage/negotiated tenders, supported by a collaborative, one-team culture. You’ll operate in a hybrid setup from Oldham/Manchester, contributing to sustainable, high-impact building projects.

Pay / Benefits

• enhanced pension
• full private medical
• life assurance
• incentive bonus
• car scheme
• low carbon/electric car options

Responsibilities

• Motivate and lead bid team comprising estimators, design and MEP professionals, planners, and external supply chain/consultants
• Develop and implement the commercial strategy for bids
• Manage customer expectations via formal/informal health checks and maintain strong relationships
• Develop project strategies aligned with sustainability objectives
• Monitor progress, identify risks/opportunities, and initiate corrective actions
• Drive continuous professional development and best practices within the team
• Maintain a unified ‘one team’ approach from preconstruction to operations
• Coordinate inception workshops and capture customer insights to enhance bidding effort

Key requirements

• Experience managing diverse technical input and leading bid processes
• Background in a construction technical role (Operations, Planning, Commercial, Design or Estimating) is advantageous
• Ability to understand complex construction schemes and drive innovative solutions
• Proven track record on two-stage/negotiated tenders in multi-sector contexts
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

• leadership
• stakeholder management
• listening and collaboration
• bid management
• two-stage/negotiated tender delivery
• sustainability strategy integration

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