Bid Manager

Tilbury Douglas; Wigan; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Car allowance

26 days annual leave (+3)

Private medical insurance

Life assurance and pension matched

Flexible benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Perks at Work

Professional membership fees

BPSS clearance

Job summary

Tilbury Douglas in Wigan is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join our North West region, driving high-quality bid submissions for construction work. You will lead bid planning, coordinate cross-functional teams and craft responses that meet client requirements and exceed expectations.

You will appraise ITT/RFPs, run bid strategy meetings and develop compelling proposals, with strong attention to deadlines and detail. The role offers competitive salary, car allowance, and flexible benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience appraising ITT/RFP documents to identify risks and opportunities.
• Ability to lead bid strategy meetings and bid programmes.
• Proven track record in developing compelling bid responses.
• Experience presenting to clients and running interviews.

Responsibilities

• Appraise ITT and RFP documentation to identify key risks and opportunities.
• Organise and lead bid strategy meetings, formulate bid programmes and lead the bid management process.
• Lead the development of bid responses that exceed our clients’ expectations.
• Prepare presentations and attend client interviews.
• Formulate and develop alternative proposals, including value engineering and optioneering.
• Contribute to planning, programming and the development of construction methodologies.

Skills

Bid management

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Construction Management/Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Bid Manager

Location: Wigan

We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join our Regional Build Work Winning team in the North West. This is an opportunity to lead high-quality bid submissions and help secure new construction work.

With enthusiasm, drive and an entrepreneurial approach to finding solutions, you will look beyond the obvious, take ownership of the bid process and work with colleagues across the business to develop compelling proposals that meet and exceed client expectations.

As our Bid Manager, you will:

• Appraise ITT and RFP documentation to identify key risks and opportunities.
• Organise and lead bid strategy meetings, formulate bid programmes and lead the bid management process.
• Lead the development of bid responses that exceed our clients’ expectations.
• Prepare presentations and attend client interviews.
• Formulate and develop alternative proposals, including value engineering and optioneering.
• Contribute to planning, programming and the development of construction methodologies.

About You

You will be a self-motivated and results-driven bid professional who enjoys a challenge and is focused on finding effective solutions.

You will bring:

• HNC, HND or degree-level qualification in Construction Management or Civil Engineering (desirable).
• Construction knowledge and commercial appreciation, with a good understanding of building, civil engineering and general construction techniques and methodology.
• An understanding of the design and procurement process, with awareness of contractual matters.
• Experience managing a team in a bidding role, with the ability to lead and manage colleagues effectively.
• The ability to author technical and quality narratives and edit content written by others (desirable).
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Enthusiasm, a strong desire to win and an entrepreneurial approach to solution finding.
• The ability to work flexibly and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive salary and car allowance
• 26 days annual leave, with the option to buy or sell up to 3 days
• Additional long service leave at 3, 7, and 10 years
• Private medical insurance (with option to extend to family)
• Life assurance and pension matched up to 8%
• Enhanced family leave policies
• 2 volunteering days per year
• Flexible and agile working (role dependent)
• Employee Assistance Programme, including financial advice
• Payment of professional membership fees
• Access to "Perks at Work" discount platform
• Flexible benefits including critical illness cover, dental insurance, travel insurance, cycle to work scheme and retail vouchers

Who We Are

Tilbury Douglas is a leading UK building, infrastructure, engineering and fit-out company, delivering vital projects across sectors including health, education, highways, justice, defence, aviation, water and environment.

Our people are at the heart of our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that encourages innovation, values collaboration and celebrates individual differences. We are proud to hold Investors in Diversity status.

Please note: We do not hold a sponsorship licence. This role is subject to Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS) clearance.