Pre-contract Manager (F/H)

• Supporting Business Unit Directors in delivering business objectives.
• Positively engaging with Customers and developing, growing and maintaining Customer relationships.
• Delivering high-quality services and ensuring that project management deliverables meet Customers’ requirements and business procedures.
• Leading pre-contract activities, including the development of procurement strategies, tender documentation, and contract structures for a high-value data centre project.
• Managing the preparation and evaluation of invitations to tender, ensuring compliance with French procurement rules and regulations, as well as international standards where applicable.
• Providing expert advice on contract selection and drafting, with a strong understanding of standard forms (e.g., FIDIC, local French contracts) and bespoke agreements tailored to data centre requirements.
• Overseeing cost planning and risk assessment during the pre-contract phase, collaborating with cost management teams to establish budgets and mitigate potential issues.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients and stakeholders, facilitating clear communication and alignment on project objectives, timelines, and deliverables.
• Driving negotiations with suppliers, contractors, and consultants to secure favourable terms while maintaining quality and compliance.
• Ensuring all pre-contract processes align with Gleeds’ standards, client expectations, and local legal frameworks.
  Mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of learning and excellence within the project team.
• Advising Directors promptly of any issues that have arisen, or that might arise, on projects; in particular those that might impact on Gleeds professional indemnity (PI) insurance.

As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to:

• Opportunities to develop and grow your career
• Employee Assistance Programme

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