Bid Manager

Peace Recruitment; Ferryhill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to oversee the bid process from concept through to contract award. You will coordinate with various teams to ensure the production of competitive bids and be responsible for managing multiple tenders effectively. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the construction industry, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative approach. This position offers a competitive salary and long-term career opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Long-term career progression

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience in Bid Management within the construction industry is essential.
• Strong understanding of tender processes is crucial.
• Organisational skills to manage projects efficiently are required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid process from concept to contract award.
• Lead and coordinate bid activity across multiple tenders.
• Prepare tender documentation and budget estimates.

Skills

Proven experience in a similar role

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage multiple bids

Collaborative approach

Job description

Bid Manager - Aberdeen

Permanent | Competitive Salary + Benefits | Major UK Contractor

Peace Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading main contractor as they look to appoint an experienced Bid Manager to their team in Aberdeen.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established, family-owned business with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across multiple sectors. The successful candidate will play a key role in leading pre-construction and bid activity, ensuring tenders are commercially sound, technically robust, and aligned with client expectations.

The Role

As Bid Manager, you will be responsible for managing the full bid process - from initial concept through to tender submission and contract award. You’ll work closely with internal teams across estimating, planning, design, and commercial functions to produce competitive, compliant bids that reflect the company’s capabilities and ambitions.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and coordinate bid activity across multiple tenders and frameworks.
• Manage pre-construction activities, ensuring the company’s position is commercially protected.
• Prepare tender documentation, budget estimates, and submission reports.
• Oversee risk and opportunity reviews, bid-winning workshops, and strategy sessions.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and the supply chain to ensure clarity and alignment.
• Support the production of high-quality bid submissions, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Manage the handover of successful tenders to the operational delivery team.

About You

We’re keen to speak with experienced professionals from Bid Management, Pre-Construction, Planning, or Design backgrounds who are looking to take the next step in their career.

Essential Skills & Experience :

• Proven experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of tender processes.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids and priorities under tight deadlines.
• Collaborative approach, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a leading, family-owned main contractor.
• Long-term career progression and professional development.
• A supportive and forward-thinking working environment.