This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join a respected M&E Building Services contractor delivering projects typically ranging from £2m to £10m across commercial, healthcare, education, and specialist sectors.
This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in shaping projects at the earliest stages, working closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to secure and successfully position projects prior to delivery.
About the Company
The company is a long-established and highly regarded M&E Building Services contractor with a strong reputation for delivering technically robust mechanical and electrical installations across a diverse range of sectors.
With a strong pipeline of secured work and a high level of repeat business, the company provides a stable and progressive environment supported by an experienced leadership team that values collaboration, quality, and long-term development.
The Role – Pre-Construction Manager
As Pre-Construction Manager, you will lead the pre-construction and tendering process for mechanical and electrical building services projects from initial enquiry through to handover to delivery teams.
Working closely with estimating, design, and project delivery teams, you will take ownership of tender strategy, technical review, and client engagement, ensuring projects are commercially viable and technically well-positioned from the outset.
Projects include full mechanical and electrical building services installations such as HVAC systems, plantrooms, heating and chilled water systems, ventilation, pipework, electrical infrastructure, containment, and associated M&E services.
Key Responsibilities
* Leading the pre-construction process for M&E building services projects
* Managing tender submissions from initial enquiry through to final submission
* Coordinating estimating, design, and technical input across bids
* Reviewing technical specifications, drawings, and project documentation
* Supporting bid strategy, programme development, and value engineering
* Liaising with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders throughout the tender stage
* Supporting a smooth transition from pre-construction through to project delivery
Requirements
* Experience working as a Pre-Construction Manager, Estimating Manager, or Senior M&E Estimator
* Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services installations
* Proven experience managing M&E tenders and bid processes
* Ability to review and interpret technical specifications and drawings
* Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project delivery requirements
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work collaboratively across multiple teams
Remuneration Package – Pre-Construction Manager
* £70,000–£80,000
* Car Allowance (£7,500) or Company Vehicle
* Pension
* Private Healthcare
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Clear progression opportunities within a well-established M&E contractor
This role would suit candidates currently working as:
Pre-Construction Manager, M&E Preconstruction Manager, Estimating Manager, Senior M&E Estimator, Senior Mechanical Estimator, Senior Electrical Estimator, Bid Manager (M&E), or Pre-Construction Lead within Mechanical & Electrical Building Services.
Next Steps
Please apply online today, or contact Rob at David Leslie Ltd for an informal and confidential discussion.
About David Leslie Ltd
David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years’ experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered
Salary description
£70000.00 - £80000.00 per year