We are working on behalf of a dynamic and fast-growing fit-out specialist contractor based in Manchester, who are seeking a driven and ambitious Pre-Construction Manager to join their expanding team. This is a client-facing, development-focused role, perfect for someone with a solid foundation in the fit-out market, who is ready to take the next step in their career and be nurtured into a senior-level contributor.
This role is designed for an individual who is confident, proactive, and collaborative, and wants to be developed under experienced senior pre-construction leaders. The company offers a clear progression route, performance-based incentives, and the chance to be integral to high-profile commercial fit-out projects across the North West.
Key Responsibilities:
Client Coordination: Be a key point of contact for clients from early engagement through to handover, ensuring all needs and expectations are understood and met.
Internal Collaboration: Liaise closely with the Sales, Design, and Pre-Con teams to translate technical specifications, costs, and proposals into successful tender submissions.
Project Lifecycle Oversight: Support the full pre-construction journey - from initial concept through to handover to delivery teams.
Commercial Input: Assist in pricing, compiling contractor proposals, and ensuring tenders meet commercial and quality benchmarks.
Documentation Management: Collate and validate all non-design documentation for client submittals including programmes, contractor's proposals, costings, and technical reports.
Project Handover Pack: Coordinate and compile the complete pack of delivery information that forms the contractual start point of each project, ensuring clarity for both the client and internal teams.
Support Senior Pre-Con Team: Take on responsibilities to free up senior pre-con personnel, contributing meaningfully while continuing to learn and develop.
What We're Looking For:
Someone with 1-4 years' experience in a fit-out contractor, ideally within pre-construction, estimating, or project coordination.
Confident and articulate, with the interpersonal skills to build client trust and internal rapport.
A solid understanding of commercial fit-out projects and the key stages of project development.
Team-oriented, with a willingness to contribute to group success and support others.
Proactive and organised, able to manage multiple inputs and deadlines.
Ambition to grow into a more senior role and take on more responsibility over time.
What's in it for You?
Clear development plan to take you to the next level in your career.
Mentorship from senior industry experts who are committed to investing time in your growth.
Performance-based incentives and a structured pathway to more senior, client-facing leadership roles.
The chance to work with leading commercial clients and be involved in projects that have real impact across the region.
A collaborative, forward-thinking team culture that values both performance and people.
Location:
Manchester (with flexibility for occasional travel depending on project requirements)
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience + package + incentives
