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Pre-Construction Manager (Civils/Utilities/Highways)
Salary: £65,000 - £80,000
The Casey Group
Rochdale, Greater Manchester
Full-time, Permanent
We are currently recruiting for a Pre-Construction Manager within our Land Reclamation (civils/utilities/highways) division, based at our Head Office in Rochdale on a full-time, permanent basis.
Who are The Casey Group?
Casey is a multi-disciplinary group with a strong reputation as a community-focused contractor and responsible employer. We prioritise client relationships and corporate social responsibility in everything we do.
Our diverse portfolio includes housing refurbishment, new build developments, public realm projects, park restorations, landscaping, highways, civil engineering, and plant services for public and private sector clients.
Guided by our purpose, Improving Lives, we enhance social environments and living standards while supporting the growth and prosperity of the communities we serve. We believe thriving communities benefit individuals and businesses alike.
At Casey, our six core valuesDo the Right Thing, Embrace Ownership, Pursue Growth, Adopt an Infinite Mindset, Be Collaborative, and Help & Supportshape our work, from employee relationships to project delivery.
What youll receive
Financial
Salary of £65,000 - £80,000 depending on experience
Car allowance of £5,500 per annum
Pension Scheme - We contribute 2.5% more than the employee's pension contribution, up to a maximum of 7.5% (e.g. employee puts 5% in, Casey puts 7.5% in)
Life Assurance/Death-in-Service benefit Equivalent to 3x your salary
Access to our Casey Benefits portal discounts on shopping, days out, gym memberships etc.
Health & Wellbeing
26 days holiday plus bank holidays (2-week shutdown at Christmas)
Option to buy & sell holidays
Hybrid working
Flexible working
Bi-annual company wellbeing day
Bupa Private Healthcare
Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 access for employees and their families
Free eyes test and discounted eye wear
Personal & Professional Development
Access to our online training platform
A few other bits
Tusker Car Scheme Lease a fully-expensed car through this salary sacrifice scheme
Who are we looking for?
The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and delivering the Pre-Construction function within the Land Reclamation business. They will play a key role in overseeing the tendering process, ensuring bids are accurately prepared and aligned with business objectives. Where necessary, they will also provide hands-on support to the Estimating function, preparing and managing individual bids.
This role is well-suited to an experienced Pre-Construction Manager, Senior Estimator or Quantity Surveyor seeking the next step in their career. The successful candidate will have a strong commercial background, ideally within the civil engineering, utilities, highways, or groundworks sectors. They should possess excellent leadership and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, assess risks and opportunities, and develop effective bid strategies.
A collaborative approach is essential, as the role involves working closely with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes. Strong commercial awareness, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset will be key to excelling in this position.
The role of Pre-Construction Manager at The Casey Group
Review tender documents and collaborate with the Pre-Construction Director and Operational Leaders to select tenders.
Allocate tenders, assign lead Estimators, and ensure accurate preparation in line with pre-construction processes.
Oversee and support the estimating process, ensuring quality control and compliance with regulatory and funding requirements.
Assess risks and opportunities for each tender and develop a strategic approach to bid submissions.
Monitor and report tender progress, leading presentations at key meetings, including tender launch, adjudication, and handover.
Develop and manage pre-construction and tender programmes, liaising with design teams to drive progress.
Foster collaboration across departments, ensuring seamless integration with the wider business.
Promote continuous improvement and professional development within the pre-construction team.
Support quality and social value initiatives in commercial tender offerings.
Analyse cost data, market trends, and new business opportunities while maintaining strong client relationships.
Lead, support, and mentor pre-construction team members, upholding Caseys values and business objectives.
Recruitment Agencies
The Casey Group manages all recruitment in-house and does not accept speculative CVs from agencies. Any CVs sent to us without prior agreement will be considered a gift, and we will not be liable for any fees should we choose to engage with the candidate directly.
