Bid Manager - Strategic Pre-Construction Lead

Ecruit; Newtownabbey; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid working

Job summary

McLaughlin and Harvey in Belfast invites a skilled Bid Manager to drive high value tenders from Pre-Construction through to contract award. You will lead the bidding team, shape strategy, chair progress meetings, and coordinate with Commercial and Estimating to secure outcomes.

You should have a construction background, experience in JCT/NEC contracts, and the ability to travel within the UK. The role offers a competitive package, flexible and hybrid working options, and a supportive,

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent construction or design qualification.
• Background in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Project Management.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Prior knowledge of the Defence sector (preferred).
• Security Clearance that could be transferable would be preferred.
• Experience with different forms of building contracts including JCT, NEC and bespoke.
• Understanding of two-stage, single stage and negotiated tendering.
• Confident communicating with colleagues and senior management.
• Ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail and flexibility.
• Strong team ethic.

Responsibilities

• Manage a programme of projects in the Pre-Construction phase.
• Agree the Bid Win Strategy with the Pre-Construction Director and Bid Director.
• Develop a Bid Programme.
• Organise, chair, and attend tender progress meetings, both internal and external.
• Develop understanding of risks and opportunities and ensure the team address them.
• Ensure contract documents are reviewed and collaborate with Commercial and Estimating teams to understand and agree tender position.
• Reflect/capture AFL, URD, FRP or other Tenant/Employer documents in design.
• Research and gain wider understanding of a scheme.
• Maintain excellent relationships with Client Key Account Management and support Business Development.
• Assist with Business Development activities as required.
• Travel as appropriate throughout the UK.

Skills

Construction background

Quantity Surveying

Commercial Management

Project Management

Security Clearance

Tendering (two-stage/one-stage/negoti"

JCT/NEC contracts

Client communication

Deadline-driven

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Degree or equivalent construction/design qualification

Job description

McLaughlin and Harvey in Belfast invites a skilled Bid Manager to drive high value tenders from Pre-Construction through to contract award. You will lead the bidding team, shape strategy, chair progress meetings, and coordinate with Commercial and Estimating to secure outcomes.

You should have a construction background, experience in JCT/NEC contracts, and the ability to travel within the UK. The role offers a competitive package, flexible and hybrid working options, and a supportive,