Bid Manager

Michael Taylor Search & Selection; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist contractor in London is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join their pre-construction team. The role involves managing bid processes, producing high-quality submissions, and working directly with clients. Strong technical understanding of construction methodologies and excellent writing skills are essential. This is a hands-on position offering exposure to high-value projects within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Bid Manager or Senior Bid Coordinator role within construction.
• Strong technical understanding of Cat A and shell & core interfaces.
• Strong organisational and project management ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end bid processes, including PQQs, tenders, RFPs, and presentations.
• Produce clear, persuasive, and technically accurate written bid responses.
• Animate client meetings and interviews.

Skills

Bid management

Technical understanding of construction methodologies

Excellent writing and communication skills

Project management

Client-facing presentation skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bid coordination tools

Job description

A leading specialist contractor within the commercial interiors sector is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join their growing pre‑construction team. The company delivers high-quality Cat A, Cat B and technical refurbishment projects, often involving complex MEP coordination, shell & core interfaces and design‑led solutions. Known for delivering sustainable, innovative and high‑performing workspaces, they work across a wide range of commercial office environments, including heritage refurbishments and modern workplace upgrades.

This is a hands‑on, client‑facing role requiring strong technical understanding of construction methodologies and commercial delivery. The position offers exposure to high‑value projects and close collaboration with senior leadership, including the Pre‑Construction Director.

The Opportunity:

The Bid Manager will be responsible for leading the full bid and tender process from initial opportunity through to final submission. This includes coordinating bid documentation, managing internal inputs from estimating, design and delivery teams and producing high‑quality written content tailored to client requirements. You will help shape win strategies, refine messages and ensure each submission reflects strong technical capability, high standards of delivery and a sustainability‑led approach.

This is a visible, relationship‑driven role where you will work directly with clients, project teams and consultants. You will attend site visits as part of early engagement, contribute to solution development and support pre‑start activities as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end‑to‑end bid processes, including PQQs, tenders, RFPs and presentations
• Produce clear, persuasive and technically accurate written bid responses
• Coordinate technical and commercial inputs across internal teams
• Attend site visits to understand constraints, technical requirements and logistics
• Support bid strategy, win themes and messaging with pre‑construction leadership
• Ensure all submissions are well‑presented, compliant, and delivered on time
• Maintain bid collateral, case studies and supporting materials
• Represent the business during client meetings and interviews

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Bid Manager or Senior Bid Coordinator role within construction
• Strong technical understanding of Cat A and shell & core interfaces
• Excellent writing and communication skills with the ability to translate technical detail into compelling narrative
• Confident in client‑facing environments and comfortable presenting
• Strong organisational and project management ability
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and bid coordination tools

Personal Attributes

• Highly motivated, proactive and hands‑on
• Commercially aware with strong attention to detail
• Collaborative and confident engaging with senior stakeholders
• Able to thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment