Head of Pre-Construction & Bid Leadership (Hybrid)

Fortiva; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Car allowance

26 days holidays

Pension scheme

Free parking

Private healthcare

Professional development and training

Wellbeing initiatives

Flexible working

Online retailer discounts

Job summary

Fortiva in Bolton is seeking a Head of Pre-Construction to drive business development and lead pre-construction activities across social housing projects. The role focuses on shaping strategy, coordinating bid responses, and ensuring the highest quality bid solutions.

You will manage a regional bid team, mentor staff, collaborate with operations and commercial teams, and stay ahead of industry changes to deliver sustainable, energy-efficient homes.

Qualifications

• Strong people management and mentorship abilities.
• Proven bid/tender delivery in planned maintenance/asset management for social housing.
• Undergraduate degree (BSc) or equivalent.
• MCIOB or RICS qualification or equivalent.
• Valid driving licence.
• Knowledge of sustainability and decarbonisation.
• Leadership qualification or progress towards (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Create business vision and strategy.
• Lead business development with clients, frameworks and consultants.
• Manage regional bid team to secure best bid solutions.
• Develop a steady pipeline of opportunities to meet turnover targets.
• Collaborate with operations and commercial teams.
• Coach, mentor and develop team members.
• Lead knowledge development to upskill the team.
• Engage with the supply chain for commitments and solutions.
• Provide technical advice for bids and the wider business.
• Encourage innovation and best practice across the business.
• Stay updated with industry changes to improve commercial knowledge.
• Promote vision, values, equality and diversity.

Skills

People management

Mentoring

Bid/tender delivery

Leadership

Sustainability knowledge

Education

BSc

MCIOB

RICS

Job description

Fortiva in Bolton is seeking a Head of Pre-Construction to drive business development and lead pre-construction activities across social housing projects. The role focuses on shaping strategy, coordinating bid responses, and ensuring the highest quality bid solutions.

You will manage a regional bid team, mentor staff, collaborate with operations and commercial teams, and stay ahead of industry changes to deliver sustainable, energy-efficient homes.