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Senior Bid Manager

Apple Technical Recruitment (UK) Limited

Colchester

On-site

GBP 75,000 - 85,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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An established industry player is seeking a skilled Bid Manager to join their dynamic Pre-Construction team. This role involves managing a talented team, writing competitive bids, and securing projects across various sectors. With a strong reputation for quality and a robust project pipeline, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment. If you have a passion for bid management and a proven track record in the construction sector, this role is perfect for you. Join a forward-thinking company and help drive their success in winning new business.

Car allowance

Healthcare

Pension

Bonus

5+ years of UK experience as a Bid Manager for a Main Contractor.
Extensive experience managing bids for construction projects c£10m+.

Manage a work-winning team and handle a variety of tenders.
Lead a team of up to 5 pre-construction colleagues.

Bid Management

Team Leadership

Bid Writing

Construction Management

Tender Management

Degree in Civil Engineering

Degree in Construction Management

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Degree in Architecture

Vacancy Summary

Job Title: Bid Manager

Job Type: Permanent

Job Ref: #1038

Location: Essex

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: c£75k-£85k + benefits package inc car allowance, healthcare, pension, bonus etc.

Company & Project: An award-winning Main Contractor operating across multiple sectors including Commercial, Mixed-Use, Residential, and Education is currently recruiting for an experienced and effective Bid Manager to complement their Pre-Construction team and hold a strategic position within their business. The client has a strong reputation in the market for work winning and build quality, with a varied project pipeline that includes projects across New Build and Refurbishment sectors. Our client has an enviable order book already secured for 2025 but they are continuing to target new business and grow their team.

Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will take responsibility for managing a work-winning team, handling a variety of tenders, working hands-on writing bids, and leading a team of up to 5 pre-construction colleagues. Experience managing bids through the PCSA stage and securing projects through frameworks is essential for this opportunity. Previous experience in managing pre-con teams of 5 staff including planning, estimating, or design disciplines is essential along with a background in bid writing would also be advantageous.

Desirable Experience:

5 years+ UK experience as Bid Manager for a Main Contractor.
Extensive experience managing bids for construction projects c£10m+.
Experience managing bids through 2-stage tenders.
Good knowledge of construction management process and techniques.
Previous roles: Bid Manager OR Bid Coordinator OR Proposals Manager OR Estimator OR Design Manager OR Planner OR Framework Manager OR Senior Bid Writer.

Qualifications & Skills: Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying, Architecture, or comparable qualification.

Application Process: If you would like more information on this Bid Manager position or any other vacancy please email your current CV through to; where it will be reviewed and you will be contacted within 48 hours if your CV is of interest.

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