Senior Bid Manager

Randstad Construction and Property; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 76,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Bid Manager based in Manchester. In this hybrid role, you will manage the full bid lifecycle and lead teams to win key commercial projects. Ideal candidates will have experience in a Tier 1 contracting environment and a proven track record of securing large-scale projects. The role offers a competitive package including a £90,000 salary, car allowance, and health benefits.

Benefits

£6,700 car allowance

Annual bonus

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Essential experience as a Bid Manager within a Tier 1 main contracting environment.
• A demonstrable track record of successfully securing large-scale commercial projects.
• Expert knowledge of modern procurement routes, particularly public sector frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the bid lifecycle for key opportunities.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver compelling tenders.
• Manage and mentor bid teams to produce high-quality tender documents.

Skills

Bid Management

Leadership

Communication

Procurement Knowledge

Project Management

Education

Degree in construction-related discipline

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Senior Bid Manager - Major Commercial Projects
Location: Manchester (Hybrid Working)
Package: Up to £90,000 Basic Salary + £6,700 Car Allowance + Annual Bonus

Your New Role

As Senior Bid Manager, you will take full ownership of the bid lifecycle for key opportunities. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams to develop and deliver compelling, successful tenders. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Driving bid strategy and developing innovative win themes for major commercial projects.
• Leading the entire bid process, from initial opportunity qualification through to tender submission and negotiation.
• Managing and mentoring bid teams to produce high-quality, persuasive tender documents.
• Acting as the key point of contact for clients and consultants during the procurement process.
• Converting second-stage and framework opportunities into live, contracted projects.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Essential experience as a Bid Manager within a Tier 1 main contracting environment.
• A demonstrable track record of successfully securing large-scale commercial projects (e.g., offices, mixed-use developments, retail, leisure).
• Expert knowledge of modern procurement routes, particularly public sector frameworks and two-stage tenders.
• Exceptional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage and motivate diverse teams.
• A degree-level qualification in a construction-related discipline is highly desirable.

Your Rewards

• You will be joining a forward-thinking company dedicated to professional growth and employee well-being. On offer is a highly competitive package, including:
• Excellent Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum.
• Comprehensive Package: £6,700 car allowance, annual bonus, and enhanced matched pension.
• Health & Wellbeing: Private healthcare, life assurance, and generous annual leave.
• Flexibility: A firm commitment to hybrid and flexible working to support a healthy work-life balance.

Interested?

To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Dan at Randstad in Manchester for a confidential discussion, or click 'Apply' to submit your CV for an immediate call back.

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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