Bid Manager

Anderselite; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-disciplinary construction company in Barnsley is seeking a Bid Manager to lead and coordinate bid activities for transport infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in bid management within the rail or civil engineering sectors, strong communication and writing skills, and a relevant qualification in Civil Engineering. This role offers the chance to manage bids autonomously while supporting larger tenders alongside senior colleagues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a bid management role within the rail or civil engineering infrastructure sectors.
• Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final submission.
• Coordinate and compile prequalification documents and tender responses.
• Write and edit technical and narrative content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact.

Skills

Bid management

Strong communication

Technical understanding

Writing and editing

Commercial awareness

Education

Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC/HND/Degree)

Job description

Our client, a multi disciplinary construction company is seeking to employ a Bid Manager to join their existing, successful Pre-Construction team taking a leading role in the Bid Process.

The dynamic team works on bids for multi-disciplinary projects for a range of clients including works on

• ? Highways & Roads
• ? Under bridges, Overbridges & Footbridges
• ? Tunnels & Station Infrastructure
• ? Flood Alleviation & Repairs
• ? Earthworks & Embankments
• ? Lineside Civils, Cabling, Trough Routes & Telecoms

As a Bid Manager, you'll be instrumental in leading and coordinating bid activities across the East & West business regions on multi disciplinary projects in Transport infrastructure including but not limited to rail, aviation, highways, environment agency, canals and rivers, power and energy. You'll work closely with estimating, commercial, and operational teams to develop compelling, high-quality submissions that reflect our capabilities and align with client expectations.

This role offers the opportunity to manage your own bids while supporting larger, strategic tenders alongside senior colleagues. You'll report to the Regional Senior Pre-Contracts Manager and contribute directly to our work-winning strategy and business growth.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final submission

Collaborate with Regional Directors and Pre-Contracts teams to identify and pursue new opportunities

Coordinate and compile prequalification documents and tender responses

Facilitate input from technical authors, estimators, planners, and delivery teams

Write and edit technical and narrative content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact

Chair tender progress meetings and ensure deadlines are met

Analyse client feedback and support continuous improvement in our bid approach

Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned

Support the development and implementation of work-winning processes and tools

About You

We're looking for someone who brings a blend of technical understanding, commercial awareness, and strong communication skills. You'll ideally have :

Proven experience in a bid management role within the rail or civil engineering infrastructure sectors

A collaborative approach and the ability to build effective relationships across teams

Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills

A good understanding of civil engineering principles and project delivery

A relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC / HND / Degree)

A proactive mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure