Pre-Construction Manager
Joinery Contractor
Gateshead
Salary up to 70k
Build your future in a business that's growing
Are you looking for the opportunity to really make your mark in construction? This is a brilliant opportunity to join a well-established Joinery Contractor in Gateshead, where your input matters, your career will grow, and you'll be part of a supportive, close-knit team.
We're looking for a Pre-Construction Manager who's got an eye for detail, a passion for problem‑solving, and the drive to build a rewarding long‑term career. Whether you're an experienced Estimator or Managing Estimator ready to step up or looking for your next challenge, this is your chance to work on exciting bespoke joinery and fit‑out projects.
Why you’ll love this role:
- Leadership – lead an experienced team and influence by sharing your knowledge to get the best ROV for the business.
- Career growth – learn from experienced professionals and gain hands‑on knowledge in joinery estimating.
- Involvement – be part of a small, collaborative team where your ideas are heard.
- Variety – work across bespoke projects, with plenty of scope to develop your expertise.
- Stability – join a growing business with a strong pipeline of work and big ambitions.
What you’ll be doing:
- Manage a team of an Estimator and Assistant Estimator.
- Qualify all tender enquiries and prioritize workload for business ROV.
- Take ownership of all client relationships at the pre‑construction stage before contract is awarded and handover to operations and commercial teams.
- Provide trade‑specific advice (joinery) on all pre‑construction enquiries.
- Prepare accurate, competitive estimates for bespoke joinery and fit‑out projects.
- Review drawings and specs to carry out take‑offs for materials, labour, and costs.
- Build strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Support cost control, value engineering, and project analysis.
- Support the PE CO team by producing clear, professional tenders and BOQs, always on time.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience in estimating within construction (joinery knowledge/fit‑out essential).
- Team management.
- Ability to manage challenging workloads with changing priorities.
- Ability to read drawings/technical specs and keen to develop take‑off skills.
- Confidence with Excel and numbers, with great attention to detail.
- A proactive, motivated team player who's eager to learn and grow and manage a team.
What’s in it for you?
- Salary £65,000 – £70,000.
- Ongoing development & career progression.
- A team that values collaboration, inclusion & ideas.
- The chance to work on unique, exciting joinery projects.
Ready to take the next step?
For a confidential chat, contact Rachel Scott at Lemon Drizzle Recruitment.
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