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The Opportunity
Our client is a specialist mechanical services contractor based in Manchester and they are looking for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to take ownership of their bid and tender function. This is a senior appointment that sits close to the centre of how the business wins work, with real influence over the quality and consistency of the pre-construction output.
For a mechanical professional who has been working at the estimating or bid management level and is looking for a role with more scope, this is worth a closer look.
About the Business
Our client has an industry heritage spanning over a century, with the current business established in 1998. They specialise in mechanical building services for healthcare and education clients, delivering packages that include water services, ventilation, heating, gas, plumbing, air conditioning and BMS, as well as a full planned preventative maintenance offering alongside project delivery.
The team is experienced and notably stable – many staff members have been with the business for over 20 years – and the company carries full design and build capability in-house. Their reputation has been built on consistent, quality delivery and long-term client relationships, and they are a well-regarded name within their specialist sectors.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Leading the pre-construction process on mechanical services packages
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Managing tender submissions from receipt of enquiry through to final bid
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Overseeing mechanical estimating and cost planning activity
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Coordinating design and specification development during the tender and pre-contract phase
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Engaging with clients, consultants and main contractors throughout the bid process
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Reviewing tender documentation and identifying key risks and opportunities
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Preparing programmes, method statements and preliminary submissions
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Handing over secured projects to the operational team with full cost and scope clarity
What We’re Looking For
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Proven track record in a pre-construction, estimating or bid management role within mechanical M&E contracting
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Strong technical understanding of mechanical building services, including HVAC, heating, ventilation and water services
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Experience working across healthcare and/or education sector projects
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Confident engaging with clients, consultants and main contractors at a senior level
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Well-organised and able to manage multiple bids simultaneously
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Degree, HNC or HND in mechanical engineering or building services, or equivalent industry experience
What’s on Offer
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Salary of £60,000 – £70,000 depending on experience
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Company benefits package
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Senior role within a stable, specialist business with a strong market reputation
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