bid manager / specification sales

Poolhall Recruitment Ltd; Hook Norton; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working available

Job summary

Poolhall Recruitment is seeking an experienced Bid Manager / Sales Estimator for a growing construction business operating across Oxfordshire, London and the Midlands. You will manage bids from enquiry to award, prepare detailed estimates, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to win profitable contracts.

The role demands strong communication and negotiation skills, plus a solid understanding of JCT/NEC contracts. Hybrid working options are available.

Qualifications

• A strong background in bid management or pre-construction within construction.
• Experience tendering for industrial, mixed-use, or car park projects.
• Ability to produce accurate, robust cost estimates.

Responsibilities

• Lead tender submissions from enquiry to contract award.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates and pricing schedules.
• Review drawings and client requirements to shape bids.
• Collaborate with commercial, operational, and technical teams.
• Support business development and client/stakeholder relationships.
• Prepare professional proposals and documentation.
• Assist with contract negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Monitor market opportunities and contribute to growth strategy.

Skills

Tender submissions

Cost estimation

Commercial awareness

Excel

Negotiation

Presentations

Independent tender handling

Education

Construction Management

Quantity Surveying

Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bid Manager / Sales Estimator

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Car Allowance
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Recruiter: Poolhall Recruitment

Poolhall Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a growing and highly successful construction business delivering projects across Oxfordshire, London, and the Midlands. Specialising in multi-storey car parks, mixed-use developments, and industrial fit-out projects, our client is seeking an experienced Bid Manager / Sales Estimator to play a pivotal role in winning and securing new business opportunities.

The Role

This is a commercially focused position that combines bid management, estimating, and business development responsibilities. You will lead tender submissions from initial enquiry through to contract award, ensuring competitive, accurate, and commercially robust proposals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the full tender and bid process from enquiry to contract award.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, pricing schedules, and tender submissions.
• Review drawings, specifications, and client requirements to develop winning bids.
• Collaborate with operational, commercial, and technical teams throughout the bid process.
• Support business development activities and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders.
• Prepare professional presentations and proposal documentation.
• Assist with contract negotiations and commercial discussions.
• Monitor market opportunities and contribute to the company's growth strategy.

About You

• Proven experience in a Bid Manager, Estimator, Sales Estimator, or Pre-Construction role within the construction sector.
• Experience tendering for projects such as industrial developments, fit-out, mixed-use schemes, commercial buildings, or car park structures.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to produce accurate cost estimates.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Experience managing tender submissions independently.
• Good understanding of construction contracts, including JCT and NEC forms.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Relevant qualification in Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline would be advantageous.

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious construction business.
• Diverse project portfolio across car parks, industrial fit-out, and mixed-use developments.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Career progression opportunities within a successful and expanding organisation.
• Hybrid working flexibility available.