Bid Administrator

Edge Careers; Ditton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 day weekend

Job summary

Edge Careers is seeking a meticulous Bid Administrator to join their expanding construction business in Aylesford. You will support the Preconstruction and Estimating teams through tender processes, ensuring organised submissions and strict document control.

The role requires strong admin experience, excellent organisation, and a proactive approach. Company offers progression, a 3-day weekend, and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Administration experience is required.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook/Word/Excel/PowerPoint).
• SharePoint experience would be advantageous.
• Experience in construction or professional services environments is beneficial.
• Proactive, positive attitude and able to work independently or in a team.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work under pressure.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Managing diaries, meetings, tender reviews and submission deadlines.
• Receiving, organising and maintaining tender documentation.
• Document control and version control via SharePoint.
• Liaising with internal teams on tender information and dates.
• Logging and managing subcontractor and supplier quotations.
• Assisting with tender submissions, presentations and questionnaires.
• Uploading information via client and tender portals.
• Assisting with pre-qualification and bid documentation.
• Maintaining project records and construction photography.
• Providing general administrative support to Preconstruction and Estimating teams.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Work under pressure

Proactive attitude

Teamwork

Independent working

Driving licence

Tools

SharePoint

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Bid Administrator to join a growing and ambitious construction business based in Aylesford.

The company specialises in the delivery of industrial, commercial and leisure projects, working with well-known clients across the sector on projects ranging in value up to 50m. Their portfolio includes commercial leisure facilities for major operators such as David Lloyd Clubs, alongside large-scale industrial developments.

This is a great opportunity for an organised and proactive administrator to join a business where hard work and progression are genuinely recognised and rewarded. The company is continuing to grow and offers a clear opportunity to develop your career within its preconstruction and estimating teams.

A major benefit being introduced is a 3 day weekend, something rarely, if ever, offered within the construction industry.

The Role

Working closely with the Preconstruction and Estimating teams, you will provide essential administrative support throughout the tender and bid process, helping to ensure submissions are well organised, accurate and delivered on time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing diaries, meetings, tender reviews and key submission deadlines
• Receiving, organising and maintaining tender documentation
• Managing document control and version control through SharePoint
• Liaising with internal teams regarding tender information and key dates
• Logging and managing subcontractor and supplier quotations
• Supporting the preparation of tender submissions, presentations, questionnaires and project information
• Uploading and downloading information via client and tender portals
• Assisting with pre-qualification and bid documentation
• Maintaining accurate project records and construction photography
• Providing general administrative support to the Preconstruction and Estimating teams

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous administration experience
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience using SharePoint would be advantageous
• Previous experience within construction, engineering or a professional services environment would be beneficial
• Experience with document control or tender processes would be advantageous
• A proactive, positive and can-do attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a wider team
• The ability to manage multiple deadlines and work under pressure
• A full UK driving licence

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious construction business
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and development
• Work on projects up to 50m
• Exposure to major industrial, commercial and leisure projects
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• 3 day weekend being introduced
• Opportunity to build a long-term career within the preconstruction function

If you're an organised administrator looking for your next opportunity and want to join a business where progression, development and work-life balance are being taken seriously, this could be an excellent next step.