Civil Infrastructure Bid Manager: Tender Strategy & Submissions

CIH International Housing Group; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Project Manager to drive work winning and tendering for a diverse range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects. You will lead high-quality tender submissions, manage the full bid lifecycle, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to secure successful outcomes.

Role requires degree-qualified civil engineering background, proven bid management experience, and strong knowledge of NEC contracts and procurement routes.

Qualifications

• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Proven experience in project management or lead engineering within civil engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, contracts (NEC), and procurement routes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation and delivery of high-quality tender submissions for civil engineering projects.
• Manage the full bid lifecycle from PQQ/EOI through to ITT submission and post-tender negotiations.
• Develop bid strategies, win themes, and value propositions aligned to client requirements.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary bid teams including engineering, planning, commercial, and supply chain functions.
• Ensure submissions are compliant, compelling, and competitive.
• Provide technical oversight and input into methodologies, construction sequencing, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Review and challenge designs to ensure buildability and efficiency.
• Support development of innovative engineering solutions to enhance bid competitiveness.
• Collaborate with estimators and commercial teams to develop accurate and competitive cost plans.
• Identify, assess, and manage technical, commercial, and contractual risks within bids.
• Contribute to value engineering and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, JV partners, and subcontractors.
• Represent the organisation at client meetings, site visits, and tender interviews.
• Lead bid reviews, approvals, and lessons learned processes.
• Maintain accurate records of submissions, outcomes, and market intelligence.

Skills

Bid management

Tender strategy

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Project Manager to drive work winning and tendering for a diverse range of infrastructure and civil engineering projects. You will lead high-quality tender submissions, manage the full bid lifecycle, and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to secure successful outcomes.

Role requires degree-qualified civil engineering background, proven bid management experience, and strong knowledge of NEC contracts and procurement routes.