Pre-Construction Manager

AA Euro Group are currently seeking an Electrical Pre-Construction Manager on behalf of a leading international main contractor specialising in the delivery of data centres, pharmaceutical facilities, and critical infrastructure across Europe.

This is a key strategic role within the business, responsible for leading the electrical input across tendering and pre-construction phases on highly technical, large-scale projects. You will play a critical part in shaping project strategy, ensuring technical excellence, and securing successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all electrical pre-construction activities across multiple bids and live opportunities
• Review tender documentation and develop robust electrical design and delivery strategies
• Manage and coordinate input from internal teams and external consultants (designers, engineers, supply chain)
• Drive value engineering initiatives while maintaining compliance with client specifications and industry standards
• Prepare detailed cost plans, budgets, and technical submissions in collaboration with commercial teams
• Identify project risks and opportunities at early stages and implement mitigation strategies
• Engage with clients and key stakeholders during bid and negotiation phases
• Support procurement strategy, including subcontractor selection and technical evaluation
• Provide technical guidance to project delivery teams during handover from pre-construction to operations
• Stay up to date with industry trends, innovations, and regulatory requirements within mission-critical environments

Key Requirements

• Proven experience in an Electrical Pre-Construction / Estimating / Design Management role within a main contractor or specialist MEP contractor
• Strong track record working on data centres, pharmaceutical, or other mission-critical projects
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, including HV/LV distribution, UPS, generators, and critical resilience systems
• Experience managing the full tender lifecycle on large-scale projects (50M+ MEP value)
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to influence cost and programme outcomes
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-project environment

Desirable

• Experience working with hyperscale data centre clients or pharmaceutical manufacturers
• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Experience across European markets
• Knowledge of BIM, digital engineering, and modern methods of construction