Pre-Construction Manager If you're a construction professional who enjoys understanding how projects come together and you're ready to have more influence over what happens before work starts on site this could be an excellent next step. We're looking for a Pre-Construction Manager to join a growing major projects team, working on a range of significant construction and infrastructure projects. This is a role with plenty of variety. You'll be involved in projects at an early stage, helping to turn initial concepts and client requirements into practical, buildable and commercially sound proposals. Importantly, we're not looking for someone who has spent their entire career in pre-construction. You could already be working in pre-construction and looking to take the next step, but equally, you might be a Site Engineer, Project Engineer or other construction professional who has developed a solid understanding of how projects are delivered and now wants to move into the front...

Our client is looking to appoint an experienced Pre-Construction Manager / Mechanical Estimator to support a growing pipeline of opportunities across the business. This is a key appointment for someone with a strong mechanical and HVAC background who can take an opportunity from the initial enquiry and turn it into a technically sound, commercially competitive and clearly scoped proposal. You'll be comfortable working with projects from a blank sheet , understanding what the client is looking to achieve, developing the mechanical solution and establishing exactly what is required to deliver the works. The Role Working across the pre-construction and tender stages, you'll take ownership of opportunities before they are handed across to the project delivery team. Responsibilities will include: Reviewing new enquiries, specifications and tender documentation Developing scopes of work for mechanical and HVAC projects Producing detailed and accurate estimates Working on...

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join a leading UK civil engineering and infrastructure contractor with a strong track record of delivering complex projects across the transport, highways, rail, utilities, aviation, commercial and residential sectors. The business has been operating successfully for over 25 years and is recognised for its collaborative approach, technical excellence and commitment to safety and innovation. Due to continued growth across the Midlands region and a strong pipeline of major infrastructure and regeneration projects, they are looking to appoint an accomplished Pre-Construction Manager to play a key role in securing and shaping future work. About the Role Reporting to the Regional Operational Director, you will lead the technical, design and buildability elements of bids and pre-construction activities, ensuring client requirements are fully understood and translated into commercially successful and...

Senior Commercial Manager / Commercial Manager Civil Engineering Infrastructure Energy Glasgow Excellent Salary + Company Car + Bonus + Benefits A senior commercial opportunity with a leading Scottish civil engineering contractor We're looking to speak with experienced commercial professionals who are ready for their next move within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector. This is a broad opportunity, with the exact scope and level of responsibility shaped around the experience of the successful individual. You'll work across major civil engineering, infrastructure and energy projects, providing commercial and contractual input from tender and pre-construction through to delivery. The role Depending on your experience, you'll be involved in: Commercial and contract management NEC contract administration and negotiation Procurement and tender strategy Commercial risk and opportunity management Early warnings, compensation events and change Client,...

Senior Quantity Surveyor Location: Swanley, Kent Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor with a strong background working for a main contractor? Do you have solid JCT contract experience and the commercial expertise to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to final account? If you are looking for an opportunity where you can take responsibility for commercial performance, work closely with project delivery teams and play a key role in protecting and maximising project margins, this could be the opportunity for you. Our client is an established construction contractor delivering a range of high-value projects and is looking to strengthen its commercial team with an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor. The Role As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for your projects, working closely with the Project Manager, commercial...

Quantity Surveyor Location: Swanley, Kent Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Are you an experienced Quantity Surveyor with a background working for a main contractor? Do you have JCT contract experience and the commercial expertise to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to final account? If you are looking for an opportunity where you can take responsibility for commercial performance, work closely with project delivery teams and play a key role in protecting and maximising project margins, this could be the opportunity for you. Our client is an established construction contractor delivering a range of high-value projects and is looking to strengthen its commercial team with a Quantity Surveyor. The Role As a Quantity Surveyor, you will take commercial responsibility for your projects, working closely with the Project Manager, commercial team, subcontractors, suppliers and client...

Build your commercial career on meaningful health and education projects. We are looking for an experienced Quantity Surveyor to join our project delivery team, taking responsibility for the commercial and contractual management of a varied portfolio of construction projects typically valued between £200k and £10m. Reporting to the Managing Surveyor and Contracts Manager, you will play a key role in protecting commercial performance, supporting pre-construction cost development and helping deliver projects that meet client expectations, quality standards and contractual requirements. Why this role? This is an opportunity to work closely with operational, commercial and project teams on both refurbishment and new build schemes across core health and education markets. You will have the autonomy to commercially manage several projects at once, while being supported by a collaborative team that values professionalism, positive behaviours and customer focus. If you enjoy taking...

Our client is looking for an experienced and motivated Project Manager to join their growing team, managing residential building services projects. The successful candidate will have a strong background in mechanical building services , with proven experience managing projects within the residential sector . You will be responsible for overseeing projects from initial planning through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Key Responsibilities Manage residential mechanical projects from pre-construction through to completion and handover. Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, suppliers, and other project stakeholders. Develop and manage project programmes, budgets, and schedules. Monitor project progress, costs, quality, and health & safety. Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, and other stakeholders. Manage project risks, variations, technical issues, and programme changes. Ensure...

Our client is a specialist London based Main Contractor who focus on new builds and refurbishments across the commercial, residential, hotel and leisure sectors. The Role: They are seeking an experienced Design Manager to lead and coordinate the design process across major construction projects. You will manage design consultants, subcontractors and project stakeholders, ensuring design information is delivered on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the design process from pre-construction through to project completion. Coordinate architects, consultants and specialist subcontractors. Develop and maintain design programmes, design responsibility matrices and information release schedules. Chair design meetings and drive the resolution of technical and coordination issues. Review design information to ensure buildability, compliance, quality and cost efficiency. Manage design changes and ensure all...

Project Manager Fit Out Contractor Location: Glasgow Salary: £60,000 £65,000 + Package The Opportunity An established construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join its team in Glasgow. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and specialist fit-out projects, the business works across a diverse range of sectors, including hospitality, commercial, retail and leisure. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion, coordinating site teams, subcontractors and clients to deliver outstanding results. With a focus on quality, collaboration and client satisfaction, this role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering exciting projects while working within an experienced and professional team. The Role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of refurbishment and fit-out projects,...

Project Manager Fit Out Contractor Location: Edinburgh Salary: £60,000 £65,000 + Package The Opportunity An established construction contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Project Manager to join its team in Edinburgh. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and specialist fit-out projects, the business works across a diverse range of sectors, including hospitality, commercial, retail and leisure. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager to take ownership of projects from pre-construction through to completion, coordinating site teams, subcontractors and clients to deliver outstanding results. With a focus on quality, collaboration and client satisfaction, this role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering exciting projects while working within an experienced and professional team. The Role As Project Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the successful delivery of refurbishment and fit-out...

I am exclusively partnering with one of the UK's most respected, top-tier main contractors to secure a critical Senior Quantity Surveyor hire for their commercial leadership team. They aren't looking for another cog in the machine. My client needs a heavy-hitting Senior QS to take absolute ownership of their expanding education portfolio. If you know Department for Education (DfE) frameworks inside out, this is the platform you've been waiting for. As a strategic key hire, you will take the commercial lead on high-profile, multi-million-pound DfE builds. Take Control: Steer complex DfE projects from pre-construction right through to final account. Drive Margins: Lead procurement, sub-contractor management, and deliver razor-sharp cost reporting. Lead the Line: Act as the ultimate commercial authority on your projects, advising the board and mentoring junior surveying staff. You will need: The Background: A proven, battle-tested track record as an SQS...

Design Manager - Architecture & Engineering Shape the Future of Innovative Design Are you ready to take the next step in your career and lead the delivery of cutting-edge design solutions? At Tetra Tech, we're looking for a talented and driven Design Manager to join our progressive Design business based in Newark, Birmingham or London with hybrid working available. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile projects across multiple sectors, including residential housing, logistics, retail, aviation, healthcare, education, advanced manufacturing, data centres, and energy. Our Design Division is at the forefront of harmonising form and function, balancing sustainability, materiality, cost, and constructability. Digitalisation is at the core of our approach, enabling clients and stakeholders to experience designs from concept through delivery. If you're passionate about managing complex design processes and driving excellence, this role offers the chance to...

Salary: £33,000-£68,000 depending on experience Join a growing Engineering Framework Delivery team delivering high-profile work across our Water Consultancy business. This is an opportunity to support major clean water programmes and help shape the delivery of essential projects that make a real difference to communities across the UK. Purpose and scope of the role: As Project Manager, you will be responsible for the delivery of multiple client projects within a multi-disciplinary team of engineers, modellers and data analysts. Working closely with Technical Managers and clients, you will manage project planning, governance, reporting, forecasting, technical delivery and financial control. You will lead projects from inception, and proposal through to feasibility, outline, detailed design stages, construction support, handover and closure. You will work to ensure delivery to time, quality and cost while supporting billing, invoicing and wider team coordination....

Job title: Electrical Work Controller Job Type: Contract IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Start date: Subject to clearance/onboarding Duration: 12 months Pay rate: DOE Location: Seascale Hybrid/Remote Working: Onsite Hours of work: 40 hours per week Role information: The Works Controller plays a vital role in the successful delivery of construction activities by combining strong technical knowledge, effective coordination, and a commitment to safety and quality. The WC ensures that all works are executed to the highest standards while supporting programme objectives and continuous improvement across the site As Electrical Works Controller, you will: Manage, control and oversee electrical construction activities in line with CDM, procedures, client requirements and site licence conditions. Support the Construction Manager in the safe and effective delivery of construction activities. Develop, review and support approval of Safe Systems of Work (SSoW) and manage associated...

Head of Estimating - Rainham, Essex 5,800 car allowance or company car + Bonus Hybrid working - typically 1-2 days from home depending on business requirements Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm The Opportunity We are supporting an established construction business in the appointment of a Head of Estimating / Estimating Manager to lead the estimating function across three business units. This is a senior, hands-on estimating position reporting directly to the Directors. The role has been created following the retirement of the existing Senior Estimator and will take greater ownership of the estimating function, including developing processes, supporting the team and providing greater consistency across the business. The role remains very hands-on, with approximately 2-4 days per week focused on estimating and managing tenders , with the remainder focused on leading and developing the estimating function. The business delivers refurbishment and fit-out projects ,...

Willmott Dixon is looking for a Preconstruction Manager to join our East Midlands leadership team, based from our Nottingham office. This is a senior leadership role with responsibility for bringing together and leading an experienced pre-construction team across a number of technical disciplines, including Estimating, Planning, Design, Preconstruction Project Management and wider specialist functions. Reporting to the Senior Preconstruction Manager, you will play a key role in shaping how we approach new opportunities, leading the team to develop winning, commercially robust and deliverable solutions across a strong and varied pipeline of projects. You can expect to provide leadership across the preconstruction function, working closely with senior colleagues from Operations, Commercial, Design, Planning, Building Services and Work Winning while maintaining clear ownership of the overall preconstruction strategy. Therefore, this role is for someone who can see the bigger...

MB929: Senior Estimator Location: Workington Salary: £70,000 + £5,750 Car Allowance Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week Additional Company Benefits: Exceptional Career Development Opportunities, Company Car/Car Allowance (Depending on job grade), Pension matched up to 8%, 25 days annual leave plus holiday (opportunity to buy/sell leave will be implemented from January 2026), Private medical insurance, Free 24/7 EAP Overview: First Military Recruitment is proudly working in partnership with a fantastic national construction business who are looking to recruit an Estimator on a permanent basis due to growth based at their Swindon depot. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure company governance procedures are followed at all times Work in coordination with the Bid Manager to ensure competitive pricing Agree methodologies and outputs for key activities with planner and, where appropriate, with Bid Manager / Design Manger Provide advice to Bid...