MEP Pre-Construction Manager - Mechanical - Reading / Oxford

MEP Pre-Construction Manager – Mechanical

Location: Reading / Oxford
Salary: £80,000–£90,000 + package
Job Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

We are working with a growing specialist interiors and fit-out contractor seeking an experienced MEP Pre-Construction Manager – Mechanical to join its Technical Services team.

This is a pre-construction focused role, rather than a traditional site-based MEP position. You will lead the mechanical technical development of projects from early survey and tender stages through design development, subcontractor engagement and final handover to delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the mechanical technical review of projects from opportunity through to contract award.
Review drawings, specifications, schedules and employer requirements for compliance, coordination and buildability.
Develop mechanical MEP scopes, assumptions, exclusions and technical qualifications.
Identify design gaps, scope omissions, technical risks and potential cost/programme issues early.
Work closely with estimators, commercial teams, consultants, designers and mechanical subcontractors.
Review and challenge contractor tenders, proposals, calculations and technical submissions.
Support tender queries, technical clarifications, contractor interviews and subcontractor selection.
Assess HVAC, ventilation, heating/cooling, public health, drainage, plant and domestic services.
Experience with specialist systems such as LEV, specialist gases, laboratory services or life-science environments would be advantageous.
Attend surveys and design meetings, capturing information required for accurate scope development.
Maintain technical queries, design changes, assumptions and outstanding actions through the pre-construction process.
Support the development of a clear pre-contract handover covering design intent, risks and outstanding technical matters.About You

We're looking for a strong mechanical building services professional with experience across commercial fit-out, refurbishment, construction or similar environments.

You should have:

Strong mechanical building services knowledge.
Previous pre-construction, estimating, technical services or design development experience.
The ability to confidently review and challenge drawings, specifications and contractor proposals.
Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and relevant industry standards.
Experience working with consultants, subcontractors, commercial teams and delivery teams.
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of cost/programme implications.
Excellent communication, technical writing and document-control skills.
Experience with Autodesk Construction Cloud / Forma or similar systems would be beneficial.
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.Why Join?

An excellent opportunity to join a growing technical function where you can influence projects before they reach site, work on technically challenging fit-out projects and help shape pre-construction processes.

Progression: Potential route towards Senior MEP Manager / Head of Technical Services