Bid Manager

ZipRecruiter; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Bid Manager based in Leeds, requiring travel to London. The role involves developing proposals, managing bids, and ensuring compliance while also evaluating new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a degree in construction management and substantial relevant experience. This position offers a hybrid working arrangement with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• Significant experience in technical writing within construction or engineering sectors is required.
• A strong portfolio of successful bid submissions is a major advantage.
• Good understanding of construction terminology and project lifecycles is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and submission of written proposals for construction projects.
• Identify new business opportunities by reviewing requests for proposals and expressions of interest.
• Manage the preparation of all bid documents, ensuring compliance with submission requirements.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with projects.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders involved in the bidding process.
• Create and refine content for bid submissions, including project descriptions and company profiles.
• Review and edit bid documents for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Technical writing

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Project evaluation

Proposal development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Tools

Proposal management tools

Word processing software

Job description

Overview

Title: Bid Manager

Location: Leeds (with travel to London)

Salary: Up to £80,000 + Excellent benefits (salary depends on experience)

Company: A leading construction company is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to work on a diverse range of construction projects. This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing, well-respected construction business with a strong pipeline of projects and a reputation for delivering quality. This is a key leadership role within an ambitious and values-driven business committed to building with integrity, safety, and sustainability at its core.

Role: The Bid Manager is a vital role, combining strategic thinking with detailed execution to win new business. You will navigate complex projects and manage multiple stakeholders to achieve a successful outcome.

Hybrid Working Arrangement: The role will require you to work from the Head Office (Leeds) and London office from time to time with travel to sites, industry events, and networking functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and submission of written proposals for construction projects. Craft persuasive and accurate content that highlights the company's capabilities and value proposition, ensuring bids are compliant with client requirements.
• Project Identification and Evaluation: Identify new business opportunities and potential projects by reviewing requests for proposals (RFPs) and expressions of interest (EOIs). Work with the estimating team to support tender bid submissions in a timely fashion.
• Bid Preparation and Submission: Lead the preparation of all bid documents, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with all submission requirements.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with a project, such as cost overruns, scheduling delays, or contractual issues.
• Collaboration and Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for all stakeholders involved in the bidding process, including clients, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Content Development and Strategy: Create and refine content for bid submissions, including project descriptions, company profiles, and executive summaries.
• Quality Control and Compliance: Review and edit all bid documents to ensure they are free of errors and strictly adhere to the client's guidelines. Ensure that all required forms, certifications, and technical specifications are included, and the bid is submitted correctly and on time.

Education & Experience

• Typically, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as construction management, journalism, communications, or business.
• Candidates should have significant experience in technical writing, particularly within the construction or engineering sectors. A strong portfolio of successful bid submissions is a major advantage.
• Proficiency in word processing software and proposal management tools is essential. A good understanding of construction terminology, processes, and project lifecycles is crucial for writing accurate and effective content.