Senior Preconstruction Manager

Senior Pre-Construction Manager

About the Role

We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Pre-Construction Manager to lead commercial interior projects from early client engagement through to contract award. You’ll shape project scope, guide design development, prepare detailed cost plans, lead tendering, and ensure a seamless handover into delivery. This is a high-impact role suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, client interaction, and steering projects from the ground up.

What You’ll Do

• Own the full estimating and pre-construction process, from defining scope to delivering final proposals.
• Analyse drawings and specifications to determine accurate materials, labour, and timelines.
• Collaborate with project leaders to align schedules, resources, and milestones during early planning.
• Identify constructability considerations and value-engineering opportunities.
• Protect commercial targets by managing budgets, cash flow, profit expectations, and risk.
• Run competitive subcontractor bid processes with clear scope alignment.
• Maintain progressive cost plans and keep stakeholders fully informed.
• Present proposals and budgets to clients clearly and confidently.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement across the team.

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate, timely cost plans and risk assessments.
• Strong negotiation outcomes with contractors and suppliers.
• Smooth, well-communicated project handovers.
• Effective management of multiple projects and deadlines.

What You Bring

• Degree or equivalent experience in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Engineering, or similar.
• Significant experience in commercial construction estimating, ideally interiors.
• Strong trade knowledge, market awareness, and ability to coordinate multiple subcontractor packages.
• Understanding of pre-construction workflows, methodology, and delivery principles.
• Proficiency with project management tools and scheduling software.
• Strong commercial acumen, communication, and technical insight.
• Knowledge of building regulations, compliance, and health & safety standards.

What We Offer

You will receive a competitive salary and a generous benefits package, including a pension, paid holiday leave, and professional development opportunities. The role offers a supportive, flexible working environment, with the requirement for regular commuting to the New York City office to collaborate with the team on a regular basis.

If you are passionate about transforming workplaces and have the unique combination of technical estimation skill and client-facing business acumen, we encourage you to apply.