Preconstruction Manager

Pre‑Contracts Manager - Commercial Fit Out (Confidential) Location: London Salary: Competitive + package Sector: Commercial Office Fit Out / Design & Build A well-established and highly regarded London-based commercial fit-out contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Pre‑Contracts Manager to join its pre-construction team. This role will see you leading the full technical, design, pricing and commercial pre‑construction process, taking projects from early tender stage through to adjudication and handover to delivery teams. The Role You will take ownership of multiple tenders, working closely with internal design, commercial and leadership teams to ensure projects are fully costed, technically robust and commercially viable. Key responsibilities include: Leading the pricing of tenders in line with project briefs, design parameters and gross margin targets Coordinating internal design development to ensure solutions are accurate, deliverable and fully costed Managing subcontractor and supplier pricing to ensure best-value procurement Preparing and managing all pre‑contract cost documentation, scope information and supporting tender materials Producing pre‑contract programmes and identifying critical path activities Leading adjudication and internal handover processes to delivery teams Reviewing and understanding contractual risk (JCT / NEC, including two‑stage procurement) Ensuring full compliance with company processes, CDM requirements, and relevant building regulations Attending and contributing to client meetings, tender interviews and presentations About You Strong background in pre‑construction / pre‑contracts within commercial office design & build / fit‑out Proven experience with cost planning, tendering and value engineering Solid understanding of JCT and NEC contracts, including two‑stage procurement Commercially astute, technically confident and well organised Comfortable working collaboratively with design, commercial and operational teams Confident communicator and capable presenter at client level Typically 5+ years' industry experience (or relevant degree-level qualification) What's On Offer Opportunity to join a stable, growing contractor with a strong pipeline of commercial work Involvement in high-quality, technically challenging projects Competitive salary and benefits package Long-term career progression within pre‑construction leadership Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer