Who We Are
LMG has been at the forefront of innovation within the built environment since 1986.
We deliver integrated smart building technology projects and support services which provide sustainable long-term growth and profitability, as well as diverse range of career opportunities; enabling both our people and our clients' businesses to flourish, whilst setting a new standard for what is possible in the built environment.
As experts in smart building technology, we want to inspire new ways of thinking, deliver excellence and establish new models for doing business - with people, partners and customers - built on trust and shared values, rather than transactional relationships.
Alongside actively working to support the raising of standards in training and professional qualifications, we invest heavily in the development of our people. We give them access to continuous learning opportunities, leading to the freedom of working autonomously and making their own informed decisions, whilst benefiting from a supportive and collaborative working environment.
The Role
As a Pre-Sales/Pre-Construction Design Lead within the presales and preconstruction department, you will be responsible for managing, leading and contributing to, allocated opportunities throughout the bid process and pre-construction phase.
Our Smart building solutions bring together all aspects of our technology portfolio, including:
- Master System Integrator and Master System Operator Services
- Building IoT (Building and Occupant Monitoring)
- Physical IT cabling infrastructure (Copper and Fibre)
- Network (LAN, WiFi, Voice, In-Building Mobile, Servers and Storage)
- Electronic security (Access Control, CCTV, Intercom, Intruder)
- Audio-visual (Video Conferencing, IPTV, FIRS, Digital Signage, Background Music)
- Leading team members as well as contributing to the scoping, design, costing and bid proposal production for Smart building solutions that meet and exceed our clients' business requirements.
Following on from the presales phase and contract award you will lead and contribute to the pre-construction phase providing technical design and commercial input of the Smart Building Design & Build projects, ensuring compliance with our clients' requirements and a smooth hand-over to day two support teams.
This role includes all aspects of pre-sales, from the initial enquiry stage to the award as well as post award pre-construction activities and would suit candidates with experience in both designing, estimating and tendering smart building solutions.
Possessing strong analytical, design, commercial skills and with a keen interest in technology, you will contribute to the technical design of smart building projects within the enterprise, hospitality, residential and data centre segments, ensuring compliance to our clients' expectations.
Working collaboratively with teams across the business, this role has significant scope for personal development and progression and will give considerable exposure to the varied technologies and systems that we operate, opening a variety of routes for future career progression.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Lead and manage opportunities through the full bid and pre-construction process
- Produce high-quality technical and commercial proposals
- Take ownership of tenders from initial enquiry through to project award and handover
- Collaborate with internal teams including sales, operations, delivery, and procurement
- Attend client meetings, site surveys, and presentations
- Deliver clear technical and commercial presentations
- Prepare and manage supporting documentation for bids and designs
- Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
- Ensure smooth handover of successful projects to delivery teams
Design & Costing
- Develop cost models including materials, labour, and services
- Design smart building solutions in line with client requirements and industry standards
- Support post-award design during the pre-construction phase
Leadership
- Lead and support team members across projects
- Allocate tasks, set goals, and track progress
- Provide mentoring, training, and guidance
- Promote collaboration and resolve issues within the team
Skills & Experience
- Experience in pre-sales, bid management, or pre-construction design
- Strong understanding of smart building technologies (e.g. cabling, networking, security, AV, IoT)
- Experience designing multi-technology solutions within a construction environment
- Ability to produce and analyse costing models and proposals
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of tender processes
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Proficient in MS Office and general IT systems
Personal Attributes
- Highly organised with strong attention to detail
- Self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines
- Proactive problem solver with a flexible approach
- Team player with a collaborative mindset
Qualifications
Essential
- Minimum five A\*-C (4-9) GCSE's or equivalent, including Maths and English.
- Accreditations, certification or memberships with recognised manufacturers and/or specific training.
Desirable
- Educated to degree level (or equivalent).
- Accreditations in recognised manufacturers and/or memberships of other relevant trade bodies within the Smart Buildings industry.
- Understanding of WiredScore and SmartScore certification process.
- Awareness of Building Information Modelling & CAD solutions.
- APMP Foundation Certification.
Working Hours
- Full Time, Monday to Friday - 8am to 5pm.
What We Do For You
At LMG, we work hard to ensure our people aren't stifled by convention and bureaucracy. We want new ideas and creative problem solving to be at the heart of everything that we do.
We want you to achieve your ambitions, as when you succeed, we succeed. The LMG support framework empowers you to make quality decisions, deliver excellence and achieve your goals.
Our Values
- Take Ownership & Responsibility: We find creative solutions to complex problems, ensuring successful outcomes for both our customers and our business. We are problem-solvers, confident in our ability to get things done to the highest standard. We see problems through to the end, never saying "no".
- Be Curious: We aren't here to do things the way they've always been done. Our commitment to change means that we use new technologies and ways of thinking to raise the bar, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
- Do the Right Thing: We put ethical, sustainable and transparent business practices at the heart of all we do for the good of our people, customers and planet.
- Do a Great Job: We prioritise great outcomes, underpinned by operational excellence. We always go the extra mile, with a desire to achieve and deliver more through continuous improvement and process enhancement.
Competitive Benefits Package
We're dedicated to offering flexible benefits that support our people across all aspects of their lives and we're delighted to offer a range of benefits to support our employees' physical, emotional and financial wellbeing:
- Annual Leave: 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell additional leave)
- Health and Wellbeing: Group Income Protection and Life Assurance schemes, as well as access to a Digital Health and Wellbeing platform including Employee Assistance Programme, Remote GP and Mental Health Support.
- Health Cash Plan: Claim back money towards the costs of everyday healthcare.
- Flexible Benefits: Access to our bespoke platform containing a range of benefits, such as shopping discounts, discounted gym memberships and health screenings.
- Family Friendly Policies: Enhanced financial support for families with generous parental pay benefits.
- Corporate Volunteering: Opportunity to participate and contribute to our annual corporate volunteering goal, typically over 1,000 hours across the business.
- Bank Holiday Exchange: The option to exchange an existing UK bank holiday for any other religious holiday.
- Long Service Awards: Recognising the commitment and hard work of our longstanding team members through financial reward.
- Flexible Working: Where possible, flexible hybrid working arrangements across LMG's dedicated office spaces and client sites.
- Development & Recognition: Comprehensive training, mentoring, and a pay structure with performance-linked progression.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you. You can apply via LinkedIn, Indeed, or via our Website. Alternatively, you can contact us directly at [email protected].
We appreciate the time and effort involved in every application. While we aim to respond to all applicants, if you haven't heard from us within two weeks of applying, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion.