Pre-Con Manager

Pre-Construction Manager

Fit-Out Specialist Contractor | Manchester

Overview:

We are working on behalf of a dynamic and fast-growing fit-out specialist contractor based in Manchester, who are seeking a driven and ambitious Pre-Construction Manager to join their expanding team. This is a client-facing, development-focused role, perfect for someone with a solid foundation in the fit-out market, who is ready to take the next step in their career and be nurtured into a senior-level contributor.

This role is designed for an individual who is confident, proactive, and collaborative, and wants to be developed under experienced senior pre-construction leaders. The company offers a clear progression route, performance-based incentives, and the chance to be integral to high-profile commercial fit-out projects across the North West.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Coordination: Be a key point of contact for clients from early engagement through to handover, ensuring all needs and expectations are understood and met.

   

• Internal Collaboration: Liaise closely with the Sales, Design, and Pre-Con teams to translate technical specifications, costs, and proposals into successful tender submissions.

   

• Project Lifecycle Oversight: Support the full pre-construction journey - from initial concept through to handover to delivery teams.

   

• Commercial Input: Assist in pricing, compiling contractor proposals, and ensuring tenders meet commercial and quality benchmarks.

   

• Documentation Management: Collate and validate all non-design documentation for client submittals including programmes, contractor''s proposals, costings, and technical reports.

   

• Project Handover Pack: Coordinate and compile the complete pack of delivery information that forms the contractual start point of each project, ensuring clarity for both the client and internal teams.

   

• Support Senior Pre-Con Team: Take on responsibilities to free up senior pre-con personnel, contributing meaningfully while continuing to learn and develop.

   

What We''re Looking For:

• Someone with 1-4 years'' experience in a fit-out contractor, ideally within pre-construction, estimating, or project coordination.

   

• Confident and articulate, with the interpersonal skills to build client trust and internal rapport.

   

• A solid understanding of commercial fit-out projects and the key stages of project development.

   

• Team-oriented, with a willingness to contribute to group success and support others.

   

• Proactive and organised, able to manage multiple inputs and deadlines.

   

• Ambition to grow into a more senior role and take on more responsibility over time.

   

What''s in it for You?

• Clear development plan to take you to the next level in your career.

   

• Mentorship from senior industry experts who are committed to investing time in your growth.

   

• Performance-based incentives and a structured pathway to more senior, client-facing leadership roles.

   

• The chance to work with leading commercial clients and be involved in projects that have real impact across the region.

   

• A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture that values both performance and people.

   

Location:

Manchester (with flexibility for occasional travel depending on project requirements)

Salary:

Competitive, dependent on experience + package + incentives