Pre-Construction Manager

Paisley, Renfrewshire
Clark Contracts Ltd
Founded in 1978, Clark Contracts Ltd is a privately owned main contractor with several operating divisions: Construction, Fit Out, Small Works, Retail, Housing, Maintenance, and Manufactured Joinery. We employ over 220 people with offices in the East and West of Scotland.

As part of our continued growth, we are now seeking a Pre-Construction Manager to support our Construction, Housing, and Retail divisions in delivering large-scale projects across the UK.

Role & Responsibilities

The Pre-Construction Manager will be responsible for producing high-quality, persuasive technical content for bids and tenders within the construction industry. Working as part of the pre-construction team, the Bid Writer will collaborate with Contracts, Design, Commercial, and Estimating teams to produce compelling proposals that clearly communicate the company’s capability, methodology, and approach to project delivery. The role requires a deep understanding of construction processes, construction programmes, strong writing skills, and the ability to translate complex technical information into clear, concise bid responses.

Key responsibilities include:

• Programme Development: Create detailed project programmes from concept to construction, ensuring all milestones are achievable and align with client expectations.
• Bid Strategy: Contribute to bid strategies, ensuring proposals reflect the company’s advantages and innovative solutions. Analyze project briefs, client specifications, and tender documents to produce accurate content. Collaborate closely with Estimating to review tender bills, prelims, project briefs, and engage with subcontractors, suppliers, and design teams.
• Technical Content Creation: Write detailed technical bid responses covering construction methodologies, bid programmes, buildability, logistical challenges, technical questions, risk registers, site visit reports, tender interviews, and alternative proposals like value engineering.
• Collaborative Bid Development: Work with departments such as Estimating, Commercial, Design, and Health & Safety to gather and integrate technical input, ensuring buildability and viability.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Value Engineering: Suggest alternative methodologies or materials to achieve cost savings without compromising quality or timelines.
• Relationship Management: Develop long-term client relationships through the bid process to create future opportunities.
• Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure bid documents meet client specifications, standards, and guidelines, reviewing for accuracy and clarity.

Candidate Profile

We seek a candidate who is:

• Ambitious & Driven: Committed to delivering excellent results with a proactive mindset.
• Experienced: Demonstrable experience in technical bid writing within the construction sector, with strong industry knowledge.
• Confident & Organised: Able to work independently or as part of a team, managing multiple tasks efficiently.
• Detail-Oriented & Client-Focused: Attentive to detail, with strong communication skills and focus on client satisfaction.
• Adaptable & Forward-Thinking: Flexible, solution-oriented, and capable of addressing challenges proactively.
• IT Proficient: Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and other relevant software tools.

Why Work for Us?

At Clark Contracts Ltd, we offer more than just a job. We are committed to investing in our employees and providing opportunities for personal and professional growth. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• 33 days annual leave (including 8 public holidays), with options to purchase additional holidays
• Career progression and ongoing training
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme, including support for employees and families, with Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Income Protection
• Company Sick Pay
• Enhanced Paternity and Maternity Pay
• Additional holidays for long service

Location

This full-time, permanent position is based at our Head Office in Paisley. Travel may be required as per business needs. To apply, email your CV to .

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