Bid Manager - Manchester

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Civil Engineering is seeking a Bid Manager for a permanent role in Manchester. The successful candidate will coordinate bid efforts and manage proposals for projects across the UK and Ireland. With a requirement for strong communication and analytical skills, applicants should have a comprehensive understanding of the tendering process and construction techniques.

Benefits

Subsidised Private Medical Cover

Life Assurance Scheme

Contributory Pension

35 Days annual leave

Qualifications

• Good understanding of the Civil Engineering market.
• Thorough understanding of construction techniques.
• Knowledge of engineering design principles.

Responsibilities

• Agreeing bid targets in terms of quality, programme, and cost.
• Reporting on the progress of each tender opportunity regularly.
• Liaising with design teams and supply chain.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

About The Role

Bid Manager - Permanent Opportunity

Division: Civil Engineering

Location: Manchester

Benefits: Subsidised Private Medical Cover; Life Assurance Scheme; Contributory Pension; 35 Days annual leave (Including Public Holidays)

Helping to win profitable work for the GRAHAM business, the Bid Manager will play a lead role in producing high-quality submissions to clients throughout the UK and Ireland. We are looking for someone with experience in delivering competitive, high-quality bids.

The successful Bid Manager will lead and coordinate in-house staff from SHEQ, Planning, Design Management, Commercial, and HR Departments, as well as external design consultants and supply chain partners. The Bid Manager will serve as the key interface between the Client and GRAHAM.

The candidate should be a skilled team player, knowledgeable in Civil Engineering practices, and well-organized to ensure delivery within strict deadlines. Responsibilities include:

1. Agreeing bid targets in terms of quality, programme, and cost
2. Reporting on the progress of each tender opportunity regularly
3. Liaising with GRAHAM staff, design teams, and supply chain
4. Presenting key information for approval, including technical responses and commercial strategy
5. Maintaining relevant databases and ensuring information completeness
6. Following core GRAHAM business systems and policies
7. Identifying and implementing improvements to submissions using debrief and lessons learned

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Good understanding of the Civil Engineering market
• Thorough understanding of construction techniques
• Knowledge of engineering design principles
• Comprehensive understanding of the tendering process in construction
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel
• Access to a car and a clean driving license

Desirable:

• Degree level education or equivalent
• Experience in a Bid Management role
• Experience delivering Construction projects

This job description aims to provide an overview of the Bid Manager role and duties. Specific tasks and objectives will be agreed upon with the post holder periodically.

Our Commitment

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer, promoting respect and equality of opportunity for all backgrounds. We consider applications only from individuals eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. A basic disclosure may be required for security clearance. We reserve the right to verify experience and qualifications, and falsification may lead to removal from the process or termination of employment.