Senior Tender Planner

Gold Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading main contractor in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Tender Planner to join their pre‑construction team. The role focuses on producing competitive tender programmes using Asta Powerproject and requires a strong contracting background alongside excellent communication skills. This opportunity offers a salary of £70-90,000 plus benefits including a car allowance and healthcare.

Benefits

Company car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience in tender planning / pre‑construction planning.
• Expert‑level proficiency in Asta Powerproject.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at senior levels.

Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality tender programmes for multiple concurrent bids.
• Analyse drawings, specifications and project information to inform planning outputs.
• Work closely with the pre‑construction team to develop build strategies.

Skills

Tender planning

Asta Powerproject

Strong communication skills

Construction techniques understanding

Proactive mindset

Job description

Title: Senior Tender Planner

Location: Birmingham

Salary: 70-90,000 + car allowance + package

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Tender Planner to join a leading main contractor in Birmingham, taking on a key role within their established pre‑construction team.

As the Senior Tender Planner, you will be responsible for producing competitive tender programmes using Asta Powerproject, supporting a diverse pipeline of bids across major building sectors. You will work closely with estimators, bid managers, designers, and operational teams to develop sequencing, methodologies, logistic strategies, and submission plans that strengthen the contractor’s position and help secure new work.

Bringing a strong main contracting background, excellent understanding of construction techniques, and a proven track record in pre‑construction and tender planning, you will play a key role in shaping bid strategies and influencing early project decision‑making. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected, forward‑thinking contractor. This is an ideal move for an experienced tender planner looking to elevate their career within a dynamic and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Produce high‑quality tender programmes for multiple concurrent bids
• Analyse drawings, specifications and project information to inform planning outputs
• Work closely with the pre‑construction team to develop build strategies and methodologies
• Identify programme risks, opportunities and potential efficiencies
• Present planning outputs to internal stakeholders and external clients as required
• Support continuous improvement within the planning and pre‑construction function

About You

• Proven experience in tender planning / pre‑construction planning
• Expert‑level proficiency in Asta Powerproject
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at senior levels
• The capability to work in a fast‑paced bidding environment
• A collaborative mindset and a proactive, detail‑driven approach
• Solid understanding of construction processes and techniques
• Derived from a UK main contractor.

Offer

• 70-90,000 per annum
• Company car or car allowance of 6,500 per annum
• Pension, Healthcare, Life Assurance, Private medical insurance
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Plus other great benefits

If you are looking for a new career challenge in planning and you would like to be considered for the above opportunity then please apply by sending your CV or call Matt Lilburn on (phone number removed) for further information quoting reference 72316.

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