Pre-Contracts Manager - D&B

  • 4site Recruitment
  • City, London
  • 15/10/2026
Full time Construction

Job Description

Pre-Contracts Manager Design & Build

Location: Liverpool Street, London
Salary: £70,000 - £95,000, dependent on experience + package
Represented by: 4Site Recruitment

The Opportunity

4Site Recruitment are representing an established London construction contractor with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial fit-out projects. Working across CAT A, CAT B and design & build schemes, they have built a solid portfolio of prestigious projects and continue to grow their presence across the London market.

They re now looking for an experienced Pre-Contracts Manager to take ownership of the pre-construction process, working closely with the directors, commercial team and external design consultants to help secure and deliver new business.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being involved from the outset, has a good understanding of the fit-out market and can bring both commercial awareness and a practical approach to winning work.

The Role
  • Manage the pre-construction process from initial enquiry and tender through to contract award and handover.

  • Review tender documentation, drawings and specifications to identify project requirements, risks and opportunities.

  • Coordinate with estimating, commercial and design teams to prepare competitive and commercially sound tenders.

  • Work closely with clients, consultants and supply chain partners throughout the tender process.

  • Oversee design development, value engineering and buildability reviews on design & build projects.

  • Prepare tender programmes, preliminaries, cost plans and supporting documentation.

  • Attend client meetings and presentations, helping build relationships and strengthen future opportunities.

  • Identify commercial risks and ensure these are addressed before projects move into delivery.

  • Support business development by maintaining strong relationships with existing clients and helping secure new projects.

  • Ensure a smooth handover to the delivery team once contracts are secured.

What They re Looking For
  • Previous experience in a pre-construction or pre-contracts role within a main contractor environment.

  • Strong design & build experience within commercial fit-out, ideally across CAT A and CAT B projects.

  • A good understanding of the London fit-out market, including tendering, procurement and subcontractor packages.

  • Experience coordinating design, commercial and estimating teams during the tender process.

  • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify project risks and opportunities.

  • Confident communicating with clients, consultants and internal stakeholders.

  • Organised, proactive and comfortable managing multiple tenders at different stages.

Why Consider It?
  • Work on prestigious commercial fit-out projects across London.

  • Join an established contractor with a strong reputation in its market.

  • Take ownership of the pre-construction process and have a genuine influence on the work the business secures.

  • Work closely with senior decision-makers in a team where your input will be valued.

  • A central Liverpool Street location, with a competitive salary and package on offer.

Interested?

If you have a background in pre-construction, pre-contracts or estimating within the commercial fit-out sector and are looking for your next move, get in touch with 4Site Recruitment for a confidential discussion.