Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineering Freelance Inside IR35 3-month initial contract with possible extension North / West London projects About the Company Our client is an established contractor delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working within a structured commercial environment, the business is looking to strengthen its project team with an experienced freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor who can provide strong commercial leadership and rigorous cost and contract management. The Role Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you will take a lead role in the commercial performance of civil engineering projects. You will support project delivery teams and senior management with accurate reporting, cost control, cash management and commercial analysis, while actively managing contractual risk and identifying opportunities to improve project performance. Key Responsibilities • Provide accurate and timely cost and value reporting at project and business unit level, ensuring commercial processes and reporting deadlines are met. • Produce and update monthly CVRs, cost plans, forecasts and cash flow reporting, maintaining robust cost control throughout the project lifecycle. • Prepare upstream applications for payment and manage applications through to final account settlement. • Manage main contract and subcontract agreements, with a particular focus on NEC and IChemE forms of contract. • Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation and post-contract management, including measurement, certificates, accruals and account control. • Identify, manage and mitigate commercial and contractual risks while proactively pursuing commercial opportunities. • Work closely with project teams, clients, client representatives, subcontractors, the supply chain, finance and wider commercial teams. • Provide practical commercial advice to operational teams, share best practice and support junior commercial staff where required. Experience & Requirements • Previous Senior Quantity Surveying / commercial management experience within the construction or civil engineering sector. • Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or IChemE forms of contract, together with a sound understanding of Construction Law. • Proven experience of subcontract procurement and commercial management, including regular meetings, measurement and control cycles, certificates and accrual calculations. • Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting, cost analysis, CVRs and cash management. • Strong numeric, communication and computer literacy skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office. • Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to work effectively to tight commercial deadlines. Desirable • RICS membership or progress towards membership of a relevant professional body. • HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying. • CSCS card. • Experience in estimating and/or working for a direct-delivery contractor. What Success Looks Like • Accurate CVRs, forecasts and commercial reporting. • Strong project margin and cash performance against forecast. • Effective subcontract procurement and account management. • Commercial opportunities identified and realised, with contractual risk actively controlled. If you are interested, please contact Tabitha Crabtree at Kenton Black On the details below.
16/10/2026
Contract
Freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor Civil Engineering Freelance Inside IR35 3-month initial contract with possible extension North / West London projects About the Company Our client is an established contractor delivering complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects. Working within a structured commercial environment, the business is looking to strengthen its project team with an experienced freelance Senior Quantity Surveyor who can provide strong commercial leadership and rigorous cost and contract management. The Role Reporting to the Managing Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager, you will take a lead role in the commercial performance of civil engineering projects. You will support project delivery teams and senior management with accurate reporting, cost control, cash management and commercial analysis, while actively managing contractual risk and identifying opportunities to improve project performance. Key Responsibilities • Provide accurate and timely cost and value reporting at project and business unit level, ensuring commercial processes and reporting deadlines are met. • Produce and update monthly CVRs, cost plans, forecasts and cash flow reporting, maintaining robust cost control throughout the project lifecycle. • Prepare upstream applications for payment and manage applications through to final account settlement. • Manage main contract and subcontract agreements, with a particular focus on NEC and IChemE forms of contract. • Lead subcontract procurement, negotiation and post-contract management, including measurement, certificates, accruals and account control. • Identify, manage and mitigate commercial and contractual risks while proactively pursuing commercial opportunities. • Work closely with project teams, clients, client representatives, subcontractors, the supply chain, finance and wider commercial teams. • Provide practical commercial advice to operational teams, share best practice and support junior commercial staff where required. Experience & Requirements • Previous Senior Quantity Surveying / commercial management experience within the construction or civil engineering sector. • Strong working knowledge of NEC and/or IChemE forms of contract, together with a sound understanding of Construction Law. • Proven experience of subcontract procurement and commercial management, including regular meetings, measurement and control cycles, certificates and accrual calculations. • Demonstrable experience in monthly forecasting, cost analysis, CVRs and cash management. • Strong numeric, communication and computer literacy skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office. • Excellent organisation and time management, with the ability to work effectively to tight commercial deadlines. Desirable • RICS membership or progress towards membership of a relevant professional body. • HND, degree or equivalent qualification in Quantity Surveying. • CSCS card. • Experience in estimating and/or working for a direct-delivery contractor. What Success Looks Like • Accurate CVRs, forecasts and commercial reporting. • Strong project margin and cash performance against forecast. • Effective subcontract procurement and account management. • Commercial opportunities identified and realised, with contractual risk actively controlled. If you are interested, please contact Tabitha Crabtree at Kenton Black On the details below.
70 Million new school development as part of the DfE framework. Project will involve part demolition of the existing sections of the school building and the construction of a new sports hall and teaching block, internal/external alterations to the existing building along with associated landscaping, car parking areas. Reporting in to the Project Manager you will be responsible for the supervision, health & safety and control of associated subcontract packages from groundworks through to internals, you will also be responsible for attending subcontractor/client progress meetings, assisting with any changes in programme including site inductions etc. You will need to be full IT proficient as well as holding current CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates as a minimum requirement as they are mandatory requirements.
13/10/2026
Contract
70 Million new school development as part of the DfE framework. Project will involve part demolition of the existing sections of the school building and the construction of a new sports hall and teaching block, internal/external alterations to the existing building along with associated landscaping, car parking areas. Reporting in to the Project Manager you will be responsible for the supervision, health & safety and control of associated subcontract packages from groundworks through to internals, you will also be responsible for attending subcontractor/client progress meetings, assisting with any changes in programme including site inductions etc. You will need to be full IT proficient as well as holding current CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates as a minimum requirement as they are mandatory requirements.
Midlands based contractor that specialise within the social housing sector are looking for a Site Manager on a permanent basis to work on a re roofing contract with one of their key housing association clients. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing a roofing contract including pitched, tiled and flat, other aspects with the contract will also involve external scaffolding to the occupied properties. As well as the daily management and coordination of subcontractors you will also be responsible for liaison with the TLO in order to schedule programme of works taking place on properties, as this is with one specific housing association you must be prepared to work the greater Midlands region which covers across from Wolverhampton to Northampton. Salary will be upto 45k+van, fuel card, laptop and mobile phone, you also must be fully computer literate and hold a CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates Due to the nature of works experience working on occupied social housing contracts would be a distinct advantage
12/10/2026
Full time
Midlands based contractor that specialise within the social housing sector are looking for a Site Manager on a permanent basis to work on a re roofing contract with one of their key housing association clients. Reporting to the Contracts Manager you will be responsible for managing a roofing contract including pitched, tiled and flat, other aspects with the contract will also involve external scaffolding to the occupied properties. As well as the daily management and coordination of subcontractors you will also be responsible for liaison with the TLO in order to schedule programme of works taking place on properties, as this is with one specific housing association you must be prepared to work the greater Midlands region which covers across from Wolverhampton to Northampton. Salary will be upto 45k+van, fuel card, laptop and mobile phone, you also must be fully computer literate and hold a CSCS card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates Due to the nature of works experience working on occupied social housing contracts would be a distinct advantage
Freelance Finishing Manager required 6 month duration for a 40m BTR apartment scheme. Reporting to the site based Project Manager you will initially be responsible for overseeing all internal 1st fix, partitioning and M&E packages progressing through to 2nd/final fix and ensuring snag free to hand over to client. Prior/current experience managing internal/finishing packages on BTR/student accommodation schemes would be preferred but not essential but a proven track record managing internal/finishing packages will be essential CSCS Card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates as a minimum will be a mandatory requirement as will experience working on BTR apartment/student accommodation high rise projects
08/10/2026
Contract
Freelance Finishing Manager required 6 month duration for a 40m BTR apartment scheme. Reporting to the site based Project Manager you will initially be responsible for overseeing all internal 1st fix, partitioning and M&E packages progressing through to 2nd/final fix and ensuring snag free to hand over to client. Prior/current experience managing internal/finishing packages on BTR/student accommodation schemes would be preferred but not essential but a proven track record managing internal/finishing packages will be essential CSCS Card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates as a minimum will be a mandatory requirement as will experience working on BTR apartment/student accommodation high rise projects
Midlands based contractor are looking for a Contracts Manager that has experience working on small works contracts predominately on public sector contracts i.e. schools, hospitals etc. with values ranging from circa 100k- 2 Million to join an existing team managing schemes across the Midlands but maybe further afield so must be willing to travel. Reporting to the Head of Department you will be responsible for looking after multiple contracts which maybe at different stages from tender through to live, you along with the department head and commercial team will be responsible for taking each project from enquiry stage through the bid to managing it live and providing programme and support to site team for the delivery of scheme, aswell as attending any client meetings in order to ensure that all parties are happy and project is delivered on time, budget and to programme. Prior/current experience working for a Midlands based contractor on small works projects within the build, refurb, public sector market will be essential, as well as CSCS Card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates will be a mandatory requirement.
07/10/2026
Full time
Midlands based contractor are looking for a Contracts Manager that has experience working on small works contracts predominately on public sector contracts i.e. schools, hospitals etc. with values ranging from circa 100k- 2 Million to join an existing team managing schemes across the Midlands but maybe further afield so must be willing to travel. Reporting to the Head of Department you will be responsible for looking after multiple contracts which maybe at different stages from tender through to live, you along with the department head and commercial team will be responsible for taking each project from enquiry stage through the bid to managing it live and providing programme and support to site team for the delivery of scheme, aswell as attending any client meetings in order to ensure that all parties are happy and project is delivered on time, budget and to programme. Prior/current experience working for a Midlands based contractor on small works projects within the build, refurb, public sector market will be essential, as well as CSCS Card, SMSTS and First Aid certificates will be a mandatory requirement.
A leading 150m turnover civils contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of a number of major Environment Agency projects across the region. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with a strong heavy civils and flood defence background, who is comfortable managing projects from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) through to construction and completion. The Role As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of complex civils and environmental schemes, working closely with the client, designers, subcontractors and site teams. Key responsibilities will include: - Managing projects from ECI / pre-construction through to delivery and completion - Leading the planning, programming and delivery of heavy civils and flood defence works - Managing site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners - Ensuring projects are delivered safely, to programme and within budget - Managing project costs, forecasting and commercial performance - Working closely with the Environment Agency and other key stakeholders - Overseeing design development, constructability and buildability during ECI - Managing temporary works, construction methodology and risk - Ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality requirements and environmental standards - Leading progress meetings and maintaining strong client relationships - Managing programme, risk, change and project reporting Experience Required The successful candidate will ideally have: - Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering - Strong Environment Agency / flood defence project experience - A background in heavy civils, including earthworks, concrete structures, drainage and associated infrastructure - Previous experience working through ECI / pre-construction stages - Experience managing projects for major public-sector or framework clients - Strong commercial, contractual and programme management skills - Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities - Relevant industry qualifications, ideally including SMSTS, TWC, First Aid The Opportunity You will be joining an established 150m turnover civils contractor with a strong pipeline of Environment Agency and wider infrastructure projects. The role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging flood defence and heavy civils schemes, with the potential for further freelance opportunities following successful delivery.
01/10/2026
Contract
A leading 150m turnover civils contractor is looking to appoint an experienced Freelance Project Manager to support the delivery of a number of major Environment Agency projects across the region. This is an excellent opportunity for a Project Manager with a strong heavy civils and flood defence background, who is comfortable managing projects from Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) through to construction and completion. The Role As Project Manager, you will take responsibility for the successful delivery of complex civils and environmental schemes, working closely with the client, designers, subcontractors and site teams. Key responsibilities will include: - Managing projects from ECI / pre-construction through to delivery and completion - Leading the planning, programming and delivery of heavy civils and flood defence works - Managing site teams, subcontractors and supply chain partners - Ensuring projects are delivered safely, to programme and within budget - Managing project costs, forecasting and commercial performance - Working closely with the Environment Agency and other key stakeholders - Overseeing design development, constructability and buildability during ECI - Managing temporary works, construction methodology and risk - Ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality requirements and environmental standards - Leading progress meetings and maintaining strong client relationships - Managing programme, risk, change and project reporting Experience Required The successful candidate will ideally have: - Proven experience as a Project Manager within civil engineering - Strong Environment Agency / flood defence project experience - A background in heavy civils, including earthworks, concrete structures, drainage and associated infrastructure - Previous experience working through ECI / pre-construction stages - Experience managing projects for major public-sector or framework clients - Strong commercial, contractual and programme management skills - Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities - Relevant industry qualifications, ideally including SMSTS, TWC, First Aid The Opportunity You will be joining an established 150m turnover civils contractor with a strong pipeline of Environment Agency and wider infrastructure projects. The role offers the opportunity to work on technically challenging flood defence and heavy civils schemes, with the potential for further freelance opportunities following successful delivery.
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
23/09/2026
Full time
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
23/09/2026
Full time
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
23/09/2026
Full time
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
23/09/2026
Full time
Preconstruction Manager Midlands Up to 110,000 plus company package Permanent The Opportunity We are working with a leading civil engineering and infrastructure contractor to recruit an experienced Preconstruction Manager to join their growing Midlands regional team. This is a key senior position within the business, supporting the development and successful delivery of tenders across a range of major civil engineering and infrastructure projects throughout the Midlands. The successful candidate will combine strong technical construction knowledge with preconstruction and tender management experience, working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design, procurement and operational teams to develop competitive, technically robust and deliverable bids. The Role As Preconstruction Manager, you will take responsibility for coordinating and managing the preconstruction process from initial opportunity through to tender submission and contract award. Key responsibilities include: Managing the preconstruction and tender process from enquiry through to submission. Leading multidisciplinary tender teams across estimating, commercial, design, planning, procurement and operations. Developing effective and competitive tender strategies. Reviewing tender documentation, specifications, drawings and project requirements. Providing technical input into tenders, construction methodologies and delivery strategies. Assessing project buildability, logistics, sequencing and construction methodology. Working closely with design teams to identify buildability, value engineering and technical solutions. Developing and reviewing construction methodologies and technical submissions. Supporting the development of programmes and project delivery strategies. Identifying technical, commercial and construction risks throughout the tender process. Coordinating subcontractor and supply-chain engagement. Working closely with estimating and commercial teams to develop robust bids. Preparing and reviewing technical submissions, methodologies and tender deliverables. Leading tender adjudications and supporting senior management through the approval process. Ensuring an effective handover from preconstruction into the delivery team following contract award. Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and supply-chain partners. About You The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background within civil engineering or infrastructure, combined with proven preconstruction/tender management experience. You will ideally have: Proven experience in a Preconstruction Manager, Preconstruction Lead, Technical Manager, Senior Estimator or similar role. Strong technical knowledge of civil engineering and infrastructure construction. Previous experience working for a main contractor. Demonstrable experience managing tenders from initial enquiry through to contract award. A strong understanding of construction methodologies, buildability, sequencing and temporary works. The ability to review and interpret technical drawings, specifications and tender documentation. Experience developing technical proposals, methodologies and construction strategies. Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the tender process. Experience working closely with estimating, commercial, planning, design and operational teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. The ability to manage multiple tenders and competing deadlines. Experience working under NEC contracts would be advantageous. A relevant civil engineering or construction qualification would be beneficial. What's on Offer? Salary up to 110,000 Company package Senior position within an established and growing contractor Opportunity to influence and shape major Midlands infrastructure projects Exposure to a strong and expanding project pipeline Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership Long-term career development within the business Interested? If you are an experienced Preconstruction Manager or technical preconstruction professional with a strong civil engineering/infrastructure background and are looking for your next opportunity in the Midlands, I would be keen to hear from you. Apply now or contact me directly for a confidential discussion, Ben Symonds at Kenton Black!
