Pre-Construction Manager – Major Civils & Infrastructure
Location: Scottish Highlands
Company: Leading Main Civils Contractor
Package: Market-leading salary + Excellent Car Allowance + Pension + Bonus + Generous Holiday Entitlement
About the Role
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.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and coordinate all pre-construction and design management activities, ensuring technical excellence and programme efficiency.
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Work closely with clients, consultants, and internal teams to develop robust project solutions that meet commercial, technical, and delivery objectives.
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Manage and mentor a multi-disciplinary pre-construction team, fostering collaboration and professional development.
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Oversee the preparation of bids, tenders, and design submissions.
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Identify and mitigate project risks, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.
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Support business development activities and contribute to strategic growth within the region.
About You
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Degree qualified in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
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Proven track record in pre-construction, design management, or project development within civil engineering, infrastructure, or utilities sectors.
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Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing a team.
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Excellent communication and client-facing abilities, with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.
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Commercial awareness and the ability to manage budgets, programmes, and resources effectively.
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Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel within the Highlands region.
What’s on Offer
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Top industry salary commensurate with experience
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Excellent car allowance
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Comprehensive pension scheme
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Performance-related bonus
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Generous holiday entitlement
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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 brian@paxtonpersonnel.co.uk