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A leading main contractor, based in Newry, is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Pre-Construction Manager to lead and coordinate all pre-construction activities across a diverse portfolio of projects. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing the bid, design development, estimating, and technical review processes to ensure projects are successfully transitioned from concept and tender stage through to construction delivery.

Your new role

The successful Pre-Construction Manager will play a pivotal role in securing and delivering future work by ensuring projects are thoroughly planned, commercially robust, technically sound, and ready for successful delivery from day one.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Commercial awareness
• Leadership and team development
• Client relationship management
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Negotiation and influencing skills
• Planning and organisation
• Attention to detail

What you'll need to succeed
Essential Criteria:

• Degree-qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a senior pre-construction, bid management, design management, or project management role.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies and project delivery.
• Experience managing design development and tender processes.
• Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of construction contracts.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction management software.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience within main contracting environments.
• Knowledge of Design & Build procurement routes.
• Professional membership with CIOB, RICS, ICE, or equivalent.
• Understanding of BIM processes and digital construction technologies.

What you'll get in return

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing business at a senior management level. On offer to the successful candidate is a competitive basic salary, car allowance, pension scheme, private healthcare, and the opportunity to progress to director level.

What you need to do now

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