Chief Preconstruction Manager

Reference: fjx7yz14n5tc1i2h0fy1

We are seeking an experienced Chief Preconstruction Manager to lead the preconstruction function across a diverse portfolio of complex construction projects. This is a senior leadership position responsible for shaping project strategy from early feasibility through contract award, ensuring that schemes are commercially viable, technically deliverable, and aligned with client objectives. You will provide direction to preconstruction, estimating, design, planning, procurement, and commercial teams while building strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and supply-chain partners.

Key responsibilities will include overseeing bids, tenders, feasibility studies, cost plans, value engineering, buildability reviews, risk assessments, programme development, procurement strategies, and preconstruction agreements. You will establish robust estimating and governance processes, challenge assumptions, identify opportunities to improve cost and programme certainty, and ensure all submissions are accurate, competitive, and delivered to a consistently high standard. The role will also involve supporting business development, contributing to strategic growth plans, presenting proposals to senior stakeholders, negotiating with key partners, and ensuring a smooth transition from preconstruction into delivery.

Applicants should have significant experience in a senior preconstruction, estimating, commercial, or project development role within the construction or property sector, ideally gained on large-scale, technically demanding projects. A strong understanding of design management, construction methodologies, procurement routes, contracts, cost control, and risk management is essential. You will be a confident communicator and commercially astute decision-maker with the ability to influence at executive level and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams. Strong leadership, organisational, analytical, and negotiation skills are required, together with a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to health, safety, quality, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

COMPETITIVE SALARY
Added 18/09/2026
Reference: fjx7yz14n5tc1i2h0fy1

Other similar jobs

Project Manager, BESS Preconstruction Management

Added 02/09/2026

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager, BESS Preconstruction Management to lead the early-stage development of battery energy storage system (BESS) projects from initial concept through to construction readiness. This role will coordinate technical, commercial, permitting and procurement activities, ensuring projects are thoroughly assessed, competitively positioned and prepared for successful delivery. You will work closely with internal teams, external consultants, utilities, suppliers, landowners and delivery partners to establish clear project strategies, programmes, budgets and risk profiles. Key responsibilities will include managing preconstruction workstreams, reviewing site feasibility and grid connection requirements, coordinating surveys and engineering studies, and overseeing the development of...

Learn more

Assistant Project Manager, Energy Preconstruction

Added 26/08/2026

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager, Energy Preconstruction, to support the development and delivery of renewable energy and infrastructure projects from early-stage opportunity through to construction readiness. This role will work closely with project managers, engineers, commercial teams, consultants, contractors and other stakeholders to coordinate preconstruction activities, maintain project momentum and help ensure projects are technically sound, commercially viable and aligned with programme requirements. Key responsibilities will include assisting with project planning, scope definition, procurement strategies, estimating, budgeting, scheduling and risk management. You will help coordinate feasibility studies, design development, site assessments, permitting activities, utility and grid discussions, and...

Learn more

Senior Preconstruction Manager

Added 21/08/2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Preconstruction Manager to lead the planning, estimating and commercial development of complex construction projects from early concept through to contract award. This is a senior role for a strategic and detail-oriented professional who can bring clarity to complex requirements, build strong client relationships and ensure projects are developed on a robust, commercially viable basis. You will manage the preconstruction process across multiple projects, coordinating design, estimating, procurement, planning, risk and value management activities. Key responsibilities will include preparing and reviewing cost plans, budgets, tender documentation and procurement strategies; leading estimating and bid reviews; assessing...

Learn more

Project Manager, Solar Preconstruction

Added 13/08/2026

We are seeking a Project Manager, Solar Preconstruction to lead the planning and development of utility-scale and commercial solar projects from initial opportunity through notice to proceed. This role will coordinate technical, commercial, and operational inputs to create accurate, competitive, and buildable project plans. You will work closely with development, engineering, procurement, construction, finance, and external partners to evaluate project feasibility, define scopes of work, manage schedules, and support successful project handover. Key responsibilities include reviewing bid invitations, site information, designs, geotechnical reports, interconnection requirements, permits, and contract documents; identifying project risks, constraints, and value-engineering opportunities; and coordinating estimates, budgets,...

Learn more

Project Engineer, Energy Preconstruction

Added 17/08/2026

We are seeking a Project Engineer, Energy Preconstruction to support the development of complex energy and infrastructure projects from early concept through contract award. This role will work closely with project development, engineering, procurement, commercial and construction teams to assess technical requirements, build robust estimates and develop competitive, deliverable proposals. The successful candidate will bring strong analytical skills, commercial awareness and a practical understanding of how energy projects are designed, priced and constructed. Responsibilities will include reviewing tender documents, scope requirements, drawings and technical specifications; coordinating responses to requests for information; preparing and maintaining budgets, cost estimates, schedules and risk...

Learn more

Assistant Project Manager, Energy Electrical

Added 03/09/2026

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager, Energy Electrical to support the successful delivery of electrical infrastructure and energy projects from planning through to completion. Working closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, suppliers and clients, you will help coordinate activities, maintain delivery programmes and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards. Key responsibilities will include assisting with project planning, scheduling and cost control; monitoring progress against milestones; preparing reports, meeting minutes and project documentation; coordinating design reviews, procurement activities and site requirements; and supporting the management of risks, issues, variations and change requests. You will...

Learn more

Senior Project Manager, CM

Added 19/08/2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager, CM to lead the successful delivery of complex construction and capital projects from initial planning through to completion. This role will be responsible for establishing project objectives, developing delivery strategies, managing budgets and programmes, and ensuring that all work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards. The successful candidate will act as a key point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors and internal stakeholders, providing clear communication and strong leadership throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include overseeing design development, procurement, contract administration, construction delivery, commissioning and close-out activities....

Learn more

Assistant Project Manager-BESS

Added 18/08/2026

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery of Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects from development and procurement through construction, commissioning, and handover. This role will suit an organised and proactive project professional with an interest in renewable energy, energy infrastructure, and emerging technologies. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, contractors, suppliers, consultants, and internal stakeholders to help ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards. Key responsibilities will include assisting with project planning, scheduling, cost tracking, risk and opportunity management, procurement activities, and the preparation of...

Learn more

Senior Manager, Estimating

Added 12/08/2026

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Estimating to lead and develop a high-performing estimating function across a diverse portfolio of complex projects. This is a strategic leadership role for a commercially astute professional who can combine detailed technical expertise with strong people management, stakeholder engagement and business development capability. You will establish consistent estimating practices, improve accuracy and efficiency, and provide trusted cost advice throughout the project lifecycle. Key responsibilities will include managing estimating teams and workflows; reviewing tender, bid and proposal strategies; overseeing budgets, schedules, take-offs, pricing and risk assessments; and ensuring estimates are complete, competitive and aligned...

Learn more

Chief Estimator/Director of Preconstruction

Added 19/08/2026

We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator/Director of Preconstruction to lead estimating and preconstruction activities across a diverse portfolio of complex construction projects. This senior leadership role will oversee the development of accurate, competitive, and timely cost estimates from initial concept through contract award, while providing strategic guidance to project teams, clients, consultants, and trade partners. The successful candidate will help shape project strategy, improve estimating processes, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the preconstruction function. Key responsibilities include managing and mentoring estimating and preconstruction personnel; establishing budgets, schedules, and estimating plans; reviewing drawings, specifications, scope documents,...

Learn more

Assistant Project Manager/Crew Chief - Water Restoration - Raleigh, NC

Added 11/09/2026

We are seeking an Assistant Project Manager/Crew Chief to support water restoration projects across Raleigh, NC, and surrounding areas. This hands-on role is ideal for an organised, dependable professional who can lead field teams while helping coordinate projects from initial response through completion. You will assist with emergency water extraction, drying, cleaning, and restoration activities in residential and commercial properties, ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. Responsibilities include inspecting affected areas, documenting damage, establishing equipment and drying plans, and monitoring moisture levels throughout the restoration process. You will help schedule crews, assign daily tasks, communicate...

Learn more

Rail Chief Contract & Financial Manager - Philippines

Added 28/08/2026

Rail Chief Contract & Financial Manager - Philippines EWI Recruitment is supporting a leading international engineering consultancy in identifying a Chief Contract & Financial Manager for a major commuter rail project in Manila, Philippines. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the project delivery team, overseeing contract administration, claims management, commercial matters, and contractual compliance across multiple construction packages on a large-scale, externally funded railway programme. The OpportunityWhilst the position title includes "Financial Manager", the role is primarily focused on contract management and administration rather than corporate finance, accounting, budgeting, or financial forecasting activities.The project is well...

Learn more

Chief Estimator — Water & Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP)

Added 17/09/2026

We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead the estimating function for major water and wastewater treatment plant projects. This is a senior role for a technically strong commercial professional who can develop accurate, competitive and well-substantiated estimates across design, construction, commissioning and associated infrastructure works. You will support project pursuits from early feasibility and concept development through tender submission and contract award, while providing clear commercial advice to senior stakeholders. Responsibilities will include establishing estimating strategies, reviewing specifications, drawings and technical documentation, developing detailed cost plans, and preparing bids for water and wastewater treatment facilities, pumping stations, pipelines...

Learn more

Chief Estimator – Water & Sewer Infrastructure

Added 11/09/2026

We are seeking an experienced Chief Estimator to lead the cost planning and tendering function for major water and sewer infrastructure projects. This role will oversee the preparation of accurate, commercially sound estimates for complex civil construction works, including pipelines, pump stations, treatment facilities, reservoirs, drainage networks and associated utilities. You will provide senior leadership across the estimating process, ensuring submissions are competitive, compliant and aligned with project delivery requirements. Key responsibilities include managing end-to-end estimating activities from early contractor involvement and concept design through to final tender submission. You will review drawings, specifications, scopes of work and contract documentation;...

Learn more

Chief Electrical Estimator

Added 02/09/2026

We are seeking an experienced Chief Electrical Estimator to lead the preparation, review, and submission of accurate, commercially competitive tenders for electrical construction and engineering projects. The successful candidate will oversee the estimating function, develop effective pricing strategies, and provide expert guidance throughout the pre-construction and bid process. This role requires strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness, and the ability to manage multiple tenders within challenging deadlines. Key responsibilities will include reviewing drawings, specifications, scopes of work, schedules, and contract documentation; preparing detailed cost estimates, bills of quantities, labour and material take-offs, subcontractor comparisons, and tender submissions; and identifying project risks,...

Learn more
At least 8 characters, 1 uppercase, 1 lowercase and 1 special character or number
Your file must be a doc, docx or pdf. No larger than 5MB.