Intermediate Pre-Construction / Commercial Manager - Design & Build (Workplace Projects)

Location: London Salary: 40,000 - 60,000 (depending on experience) Sector: Commercial Interiors / Workplace Design & Build

We're currently partnering with an established Design & Build workspace contractor renowned for delivering high-quality office refurbishments and fit-out projects across London and surrounding areas. They're now seeking a Pre-Construction / Commercial Manager to join their growing team, overseeing early-stage commercial input and supporting smooth project delivery from tender through to handover.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded professional with 2-3+ years' experience in a Design & Build environment who wants to take ownership of the pre-construction process and work directly alongside design, sales, and delivery teams.

• Oversee the pre-construction and commercial aspects of multiple office fit-out and refurbishment projects.

• Lead tender preparation, estimating, and cost planning in collaboration with design and project management teams.

• Review drawings, specifications, and subcontractor quotations to ensure accuracy and commercial viability.

• Negotiate contracts and manage procurement to achieve best value.

• Prepare cost reports, value engineering options, and client presentations during the pre-construction phase.

• Work closely with project teams through delivery, ensuring alignment between budgets, scope, and commercial objectives.

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience within a Design & Build company (workspace, commercial interiors, or fit-out).

• Strong understanding of estimating, tendering, and pre-construction processes.

• Commercially astute with solid knowledge of contracts, cost management, and project financials.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, confident engaging with clients and supply chain partners.

• Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage multiple tenders and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Competitive salary 40,000 - 60,000 (DOE)

• Performance-related bonus

• Hybrid working options

• Clear pathway for career development within a growing, design-led D&B business

If you're currently working in a Design & Build or fit-out contractor and looking for a move into a more client-facing, commercially strategic position, this is an ideal next step.

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.