Description

Company Overview:

The client is an independent multi-utility infrastructure provider specialising in the design and installation of water, gas, electricity, and fibre connections for residential and commercial developments across The UK. 

What’s in it for you:

• Company car / car allowance
• Flexible work arrangements
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Long Service Awards
• Opportunities for progression and professional registration (EngTech, IEng, CEng)

Purpose of the Role:

The Technical Manager will be responsible for leading the estimating and pre-construction functions across a variety of multi-utility projects. This role ensures accurate tender submissions, strategic oversight of proposals, and alignment between business development, operational delivery, and client expectations. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop the estimating and pre-construction teams.
• Oversee accurate and timely production of quotations and tender documentation.
• Review incoming project enquiries to ensure scope alignment and pricing accuracy.
• Coordinate effectively with Contracts Managers, Business Development, and design teams.
• Interpret network study outputs (e.g. Synergy, Windebut, GasWorks) to validate feasibility.
• Monitor KPIs for estimating and pre-construction functions, reporting to senior leadership.
• Support the resolution of technical or commercial challenges during tendering stages.
• Oversee design submission quality and ensure proper handover documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement across pre-construction processes and systems.
• Maintain compliance with current legislation and technical standards.
• Regularly update the Pre-Construction diary and manage internal records.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in estimating and pre-construction in ICP/IDNO/DNO environment.
• Skilled in team leadership, with experience mentoring or training junior staff.
• Ability to manage large-scale or multi-phase project tenders.

Education / Qualifications:

• Degree in Electrical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Registration or working towards EngTech, IEng, or CEng status.

Next Steps

Apply for this position by contacting us on the details provided or by uploading your CV here