Pre Construction Manager

Location: Scottish Highlands
Company: Leading Main Civils Contractor
Package: Market-leading salary + Excellent Car Allowance + Pension + Bonus + Generous Holiday Entitlement

We are seeking an experienced Pre-Construction Manager to join our dynamic and growing team based in the Scottish Highlands. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a pivotal role in the development and delivery of a wide range of complex civil engineering and infrastructure projects across the region - including wind farms, substations, highways, energy, and utilities works.

Reporting directly to the senior leadership team, you will lead the pre-construction process from initial enquiry through to contract award, managing design development, cost planning, procurement strategies, and client engagement to ensure successful project outcomes.

• Lead and coordinate all pre-construction and design management activities, ensuring technical excellence and programme efficiency.

• Work closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to develop robust project solutions that meet commercial, technical, and delivery objectives.

• Manage and mentor a multi-disciplinary pre-construction team, fostering collaboration and professional development.

• Oversee the preparation of bids, tenders, and design submissions.

• Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Support business development activities and contribute to strategic growth within the region.

• Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.

• Proven track record in pre-construction, design management, or project development within civil engineering, infrastructure, or utilities sectors.

• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team.

• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities, with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.

• Commercial awareness and the ability to manage budgets, programmes, and resources effectively.

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the Highlands region.

• Top industry salary commensurate with experience

• Excellent car allowance

• Comprehensive pension scheme

• Performance-related bonus

• Generous holiday entitlement

• Opportunity to work with a respected main contractor delivering high-profile, sustainable projects across the Highlands

If you're an experienced Pre-Construction Manager seeking a senior role with autonomy, challenge, and reward - this is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive contractor with an excellent reputation for quality and delivery.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to