Senior Preconstruction Manager

At Unispace, we create spaces that empower people and businesses to thrive. We are a global design-build partner delivering workplace and life sciences projects for some of the world’s most innovative brands. With over 500 people across four continents, we bring together strategy, design, project management, and delivery into one seamless experience. Our integrated approach enables us to move with agility, solve complex challenges, and deliver meaningful outcomes for our clients. Our people are at the centre of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, accountability, creativity, and continuous improvement. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us create better experiences for our clients and each other. At Unispace, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects, work alongside talented global teams, and grow your career in an environment that encourages innovation and new ideas.Why you’re here: As a Senior Preconstruction Manager, you will manage commercial interior fit-out projects from initial client meetings through the pre-contract stage. This includes design development, estimating, technical evaluation, assembling tender documentation, and contract agreements, all while ensuring smooth handover to the Contracts Manager for project build-out. What you’re responsible for: Lead and coordinate the estimating proposal from scope identification to final costing and submission, ensuring all elements of the proposal align with client needs and company standards. Thoroughly review plans, drawings, and specifications, developing a comprehensive understanding of all materials, labor, and time required to complete the project. Collaborate with the project team in planning phases prior to project initiation to ensure all necessary resources and timelines are aligned. Identify potential constructability issues, value engineering opportunities, and ensure the accuracy of the scope of work, spearheading any corrections/changes needed. Ensure that budgets, net profit targets, and project schedules are met, working closely with the Managing Directors, Global Director, Delivery, and local Principals. Manage cash flow effectively, negotiating payment terms and ensuring financial stability throughout the project. Conduct a comprehensive subcontractor bid process, ensuring all subcontractors bid on the same scope of work, logistics, and schedules. Maintain robust project schedules that align with estimating and purchasing needs, ensuring smooth transition through pre-construction to construction stages. Produce complete and progressive project budgets throughout the client acquisition process and as projects are initiated, regularly updating stakeholders on any changes. Present proposals and progressive budgets to clients in line with their needs and preferences, ensuring transparency and alignment with client expectations. Ensure project profitability, client satisfaction,...