Bid Manager / Senior Bid Manager

Nicholas Associates; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A civil engineering contractor is seeking a Bid Manager to lead and manage bids along with producing technical proposals. Key responsibilities include representing the company in tenders, preparing presentations, and managing tender programs and budgets. Ideal candidates will have experience in Civil Engineering and strong communication and organizational skills. The position offers a negotiable salary to secure the right candidate and flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a bid team or similar technical team in Civil Engineering, Rail, or Construction.
• Experience in a Pre-Construction environment, preparing and winning tenders.
• Excellent standard of written English.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company in the delivery of tenders.
• Prepare presentations and lead mid-bid presentations.
• Develop tender winning strategies.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Qualifications or Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)

Planning software such as P6 or Asta

Job description

Our client is a civil engineering contractor offering a wide range of services across different infrastructure sectors. Their work includes groundworks, infrastructure, RC frame, rail and utilities.

As Bid Manager, you will be responsible for leading, managing, coordinating bids as well as the production of technical proposals in support of pre‑construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company in the delivery of tenders.
• Review available information from PQQ / Business Development team.
• Prepare presentations and lead on mid‑bid presentations and post‑submission presentations.
• Commission and manage tender designs.
• Manage tender programme and budgets resolving critical issues.
• Develop working methods, evaluate alternatives and determine winning solutions.
• Develop tender winning strategies.

Experience Required

• Qualifications or Degree in Civil Engineering – desirable.
• Previous experience within a bid team or similar technical team, specifically related to the Civil engineering, Rail or Construction industry – mandatory.
• Previous experience in Pre‑Construction environment, preparing and winning tenders.
• An excellent standard of written English.
• A team player with strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Exceptional organisation skills and ability to manage multiple projects with strict deadlines with attention keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work in a deadline‑conscious, results‑driven environment.
• A thorough knowledge of Word, Excel and other Microsoft Office software.
• Experience of planning software such as P6 or Asta would be desirable.

The rate (or salary) is negotiable to secure the right candidate for this exciting opportunity. Please contact John Ashcroft for more information (phone number removed).

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we're happy to discuss flexible working options.

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