Bids Manager (Data Centers)

CTS Group; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS Group in Dublin is seeking an experienced Bids Manager to lead the preparation and submission of high-quality bids for hyperscale Data Centre projects across Europe and beyond.

You will work closely with estimating, commercial, technical, engineering and operations teams to develop compelling, compliant submissions and manage the full bid lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with client requirements and CTS Group standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in bid management within construction, industrial or mission-critical environments.
• Previous experience delivering successful bids for large-scale construction projects.
• Previous Data Centre experience would be a distinct advantage.
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, tender processes and commercial principles.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams and managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks, opportunities and value propositions.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and bid management software.
• Excellent organisational, analytical and time management skills.
• Fluent English essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation, coordination and submission of high-quality bid proposals for major Data Centre projects across Europe and beyond.
• Collaborate with estimating, commercial, technical, engineering and operational teams to develop compliant submissions.
• Manage the entire bid lifecycle, ensuring proposals are delivered on time and aligned with client requirements and CTS Group's standards.

Skills

Bid management

Stakeholder communication

Time management

Analytical skills

English fluency

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering

Tools

Bid management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Bids Manager (Data Centres)

CTS Group is currently recruiting an experienced Bids Manager to join our growing team supporting hyperscale Data Centre projects from our Dublin office.

This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Europe's fastest-growing mission-critical contractors, helping secure some of the world's most complex data centre developments while contributing to a culture where quality, collaboration and operational excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

Reporting to the Head of Bids, you will lead the preparation, coordination and submission of high-quality bid proposals for major Data Centre projects across Europe and beyond.

This is a collaborative role where you will work closely with estimating, commercial, technical, engineering and operational teams to develop compelling, compliant and competitive submissions. You will manage the entire bid lifecycle, ensuring proposals are delivered on time, aligned with client requirements and reflective of CTS Group's commitment to excellence.

Why Join CTS Group

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to support world-class hyperscale Data Centre projects
• Join one of Europe's fastest-growing mission-critical contractors
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression across international projects
• Collaborative, commercially focused working environment

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 5 years' experience in bid management within construction, industrial or mission-critical environments
• Previous experience delivering successful bids for large-scale construction projects
• Previous Data Centre experience would be a distinct advantage
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, tender processes and commercial principles
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams and managing multiple tender submissions simultaneously
• Excellent written, verbal and stakeholder communication skills
• Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify project risks, opportunities and value propositions
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and bid management software
• Excellent organisational, analytical and time management skills
• Fluent English essential