Job Title: Pre-Construction Manager
Location: South Yorkshire (Office-based, with travel across Yorkshire and the UK)
Salary: £50,000 - £58,000 (or freelance/day rate preferred)
Bonus: Discretionary bonus based on work secured


Company Overview
Our client is a South Yorkshire based specialist in high-quality bespoke joinery and construction services, delivering projects across Yorkshire and throughout the UK. With an established reputation for craftsmanship and technical excellence, they operate a fully equipped joinery workshop and offer a diverse range of specialist services.
Key service areas include:
*Fire Door Manufacturing & Installation - BM TRADA Q-Mark certified, ensuring full compliance with the highest safety standards
*Bespoke Joinery - Custom-built solutions produced in-house
*Single-Ply Membrane Roofing Systems - Protan-qualified installations known for durability and performance
They work with a mix of end users and large main contractors across multiple sectors.


Role Overview
This is a strategic, client-facing role focused on winning new business rather than traditional estimating. The successful candidate will play a key role in driving growth by identifying opportunities, building relationships, and securing projects and tenders.
This role would suit an experienced Pre-Construction Manager or Business Development professional with strong industry contacts and a proven ability to generate revenue.


Key Responsibilities
*Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities
*Develop and maintain strong relationships with end users, main contractors, and key stakeholders
*Lead on tender opportunities, from initial enquiry through to submission (with internal support as required)
*Leverage existing industry contacts to generate immediate opportunities
*Collaborate with internal teams (estimating, operations, and manufacturing) to ensure competitive and deliverable proposals
*Represent the business at meetings, networking events, and client presentations
*Contribute to overall business growth strategy and market positioning


Key Requirements
*Proven track record in winning work within construction, joinery, or specialist subcontracting
*Strong network of contacts within main contractors and/or end clients
*Experience in a Pre-Construction, Business Development, or similar role
*Commercial awareness and understanding of tendering processes
*Ability to work independently and take ownership of the sales pipeline
*Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
*Knowledge of fire doors, joinery, or roofing systems is advantageous but not essential


What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary or flexible freelance arrangement
*Discretionary bonus linked directly to work won
*Opportunity to play a pivotal role in a growing, specialist business
*Support from an experienced technical and operational team
*Long-term career development potential