Bid Manager - Construction

Pinnacle Recruitment Ltd; Manchester, Warrington; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A major construction contractor is seeking a skilled Bid Manager to join their team in Warrington. You will lead the bid process, coordinating input from multiple teams to ensure quality submissions across significant projects. The role requires strong organizational and written communication skills, as well as the ability to influence stakeholders. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible working arrangements, including the opportunity to work on high-profile projects across the UK.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing bids within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and editorial skills, with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle from initial opportunity assessment to final submission.
• Lead bid planning sessions, identifying win themes and value propositions.
• Develop structured bid documentation and presentations.
• Coordinate input from multidisciplinary teams to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.

Skills

Project management

Written communication

Stakeholder engagement

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

Bid Manager – Construction

Salary: £75k - £85k + pkg
Location: Warrington
Regions: Manchester, North of England, North West, North West England

A Major contractor is seeking an experienced and motivated Bid Manager to join their team in Warrington. In this key position, you will lead the development, coordination, and submission of high-quality bids across a range of construction projects. You’ll work closely with operational, commercial, and technical teams to produce compelling, compliant submissions that reflect our values, capabilities, and commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission.
• Lead bid planning sessions, identifying win themes, value propositions, and customer priorities.
• Coordinate input from multidisciplinary teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Develop structured bid documentation, presentations, and supporting materials.
• Monitor tender requirements, deadlines, and compliance criteria.
• Work collaboratively with estimators, planners, designers, and project teams to build robust, competitive proposals.
• Support post-tender clarifications, presentations, and negotiation activities when required.
• Drive continuous improvement in bid processes and knowledge sharing.

About You

• Proven experience managing bids within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and editorial skills, with an eye for detail.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive mindset, strong teamwork ethos, and confidence leading collaborative bid efforts.
• Familiarity with tender portals, bid governance processes, and quality-based tendering.

Whats on Offer

• The opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment focused on professional growth.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options where appropriate.