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143
Department
Pre-Construction
Location
201 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3AB
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
01/08/2025
Description

Pre-Construction Manager – M&E Division

Since 2017, Harmony Fire has become the 72nd fastest-growing company in Europe — and we’re aiming even higher. Our mission is simple: the more we grow, the greater the impact we can make. This means reaching more people, expanding our social impact, and creating new progression opportunities for our team.

In our M&E Division, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mechanical and electrical solutions that make a real difference. We are obsessed with quality and safety, and our ultimate goal is to help create environments where every resident, customer, and building user can feel confident that their space is fully compliant, efficient, and safe.

By delivering top-tier M&E services, championing our values, and going above and beyond, we aim to make buildings across the UK safer, smarter, and more sustainable — one project at a time.

Our Unique Approach

  • Think – We challenge our people to innovate, finding smarter, safer, and more effective M&E solutions for the future.

  • Protect – We translate cutting-edge research into robust, practical systems that help people and businesses perform at their best in secure, well-protected environments.

  • Sustain – We build long-term partnerships grounded in trust, understanding client needs to consistently deliver exceptional value.

Ranked among the top 25 best service companies to work for in the UK, we now have an exciting opportunity for a Pre-Construction Manager to join our M&E Division.

Key Aspects of the Role

  • Develop compelling project pitches to clients, identifying the best strategies to win M&E projects

  • Produce accurate estimates for additional works, system upgrades, and contract variations

  • Create detailed budgets, ensuring projects meet financial targets and maximize GP

  • Oversee project delivery strategy through to construction phase, including scope, design, specification, and initial project programming

  • Communicate effectively with clients throughout the pre-construction phase

  • Identify and mitigate risks to the business at all stages of pre-construction

  • Manage client revenue forecasts against contract value (MTC)

  • Ensure minimum GP thresholds are achieved at project handover

Key Requirements

  • Design & Build experience (particularly in M&E projects)

  • Expert understanding of technical standards across M&E disciplines

  • Strong knowledge of health and safety regulations

  • Proven commercial awareness in M&E environments

  • Fire and Life Safety system expertise within M&E context (desirable)

  • Successfully managed multiple M&E projects varying in size, value, and complexity

  • Strong experience with project pitching, estimating, and budget production

  • Skilled in sub-contractor negotiation and selection

  • Ability to read and interpret M&E drawings and specifications

  • Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership abilities

  • A natural leader and mentor, able to support company goals and identify talent within the team to foster growth

What We Look For in Our People

  • Athletes Grit – Determined, resilient, and driven to go the extra mile, even when challenges arise

  • Captains Duty – Responsible, accountable, and committed to delivering on promises and taking ownership

  • Fun Loving Heart – Positive, supportive, and able to spread good energy and joy in the workplace

By embodying these values, you’ll not only help us achieve our mission but also thrive personally and professionally.

Why Work for Harmony Fire (M&E Division)

  • Collaborative and supportive environment for career growth

  • Tools, training, and opportunities to do work you can be proud of

  • Work alongside top industry experts eager to share knowledge

  • Bespoke Personal Development Plan for every employee

  • Ongoing training, coaching, and mentoring

  • Modern, spacious workspaces with state-of-the-art facilities

Benefits

  • Lunch, snacks, and refreshments (including fresh fruit and Take Away Friday)

  • Unlimited holiday provision

  • Bonus scheme (earn up to 50% of annual salary)

  • Team socializing budget for all employees

  • Family-friendly policies (enhanced maternity and paternity)

  • Cycle-to-work scheme

  • Reward & Recognition program (European mini-breaks on offer)

  • Two major company events per year

  • Auto-enrolment pension scheme