About the Role
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced and driven Pre-Construction Manager to join a specialist fire safety organisation operating within the social housing sector, delivering M&E active fire solutions across the UK.
The business works closely with housing associations, local authorities, and property owners to support the delivery of compliant, safe, and high-quality fire protection systems within residential environments. This is a key role within the M&E division, supporting pre‑construction activity across multiple projects in a fast‑paced, collaborative setting.
You will work closely with estimating, design, commercial, and operational teams to ensure tenders, proposals, and early‑stage project planning are delivered accurately and efficiently. While you do not need to be a fire specialist, a solid understanding of M&E frameworks, project delivery, and tendering processes is essential.
This is a high‑performance environment where ownership, accountability, and delivery are core to success, with a strong team ethos and a focus on continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage pre‑construction activities across M&E active fire projects
- Review, interpret, and respond to tender documentation and client requirements
- Coordinate with estimating, design, commercial, and operational teams
- Develop and submit competitive, high‑quality tender bids and proposals
- Identify risks, opportunities, and value engineering options early in the process
- Support project handovers from pre‑construction to delivery teams
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and stakeholders, particularly within social housing frameworks
- Ensure compliance with relevant frameworks, standards, and internal processes
- Contribute to continuous improvement across pre‑construction processes
Requirements
- Proven experience in a pre‑construction, bid, or project management role within M&E or construction
- Strong understanding of M&E frameworks, tendering processes, and project lifecycle
- Experience working within social housing, public sector, or framework‑based environments is highly desirable
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
- Commercial awareness and attention to detail
- Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Team player who thrives in a collaborative, fast‑moving environment
Desirable
- Experience within fire protection systems or active fire projects
- Background working with Tier 1 contractors or structured framework agreements
- Familiarity with design & build (D&B) environments
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary up to £80,000
- Opportunity to work on meaningful projects within the social housing sector, contributing to safer living environments
- UK‑wide project exposure
- Collaborative and supportive team environment
- Clear scope for impact and progression
- Fast‑paced culture where initiative and delivery are highly valued
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