PRE-CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

at  Cook Brothers Construction

Beginning in Dunedin with modest roots, Cook Brothers Construction has experienced significant growth over the past nineteen years. Today, we proudly serve the Southern Lakes, Canterbury, Otago, and Auckland regions.
We believe in celebrating our achievements, recognising the hard work and dedication that have driven our success. Our team and our projects stand as a testament to this commitment.
Our approach is to inspire rather than manage. We trust our teams to make the best decisions for Cook Brothers Construction, granting them the freedom to act in the company’s best interest.
Our pursuit of innovation, quality, client satisfaction, and sustainability drives us to be a national leader in the construction industry. We believe our team is the cornerstone of this ambition.
If you’re eager to be a part of this journey, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager or 5+ strong years Project Manager or similar role
• Strong background in writing detailed construction programs
• Relevant qualifications in engineering, construction, or a related discipline
• Comprehensive knowledge of New Zealand building codes and contracts
• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to meet
• Committed to delivering high-quality results

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Pre-Construction Manager, you’ll lead our tendering process by coordinating bid submissions, technical writing, and construction program development. You’ll be key in connecting consultants, trade partners, and our internal teams.
We offer flexibility regarding your location, with opportunities available in Otago, Queenstown, Wānaka, Auckland, or Canterbury.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Close collaboration with the Executive Team, National Pre-Construction Manager, and teams from Procurement, Estimating, and Marketing to create innovative and competitive tender strategies.
• Building strong relationships with clients, team members, and trade partners.
• Developing strategic plans with the team to secure winning bids.
• Working collaboratively within the team to identify new opportunities.
• Understanding and resolving complex technical methodologies.
• Preparing and reviewing the commercial aspects of bids.
• Identifying and managing potential risks.
• Ensuring timely submission of compliant and commercially viable bids.
• Driving continuous improvement through post-bid reviews and industry research.
• Meeting time-sensitive deadlines across national teams.