Commercial​/Bid Manager

Our client is a specialist turnkey construction company delivering complex projects across the data centre, energy, defence, and advanced technology sectors. They provide end-to-end design, construction, and project management services, partnering with industry-leading clients to deliver high-quality, innovative, and safe construction solutions.

We are seeking an experienced Commercial / Bid Manager to lead the commercial and tendering activities for our construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing competitive tenders, managing cost estimates, supporting subcontractor procurement, and ensuring commercial risks and opportunities are effectively identified and managed.

• Lead the preparation, submission, and management of tenders, bids, and commercial proposals.
• Review tender documentation, technical specifications, and client requirements.
• Develop accurate project cost estimates, budgets, and pricing strategies.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Design Teams, and Procurement teams to develop competitive and compliant proposals.
• Support contract reviews and commercial negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
• Monitor market trends, supply chain conditions, and construction cost movements.
• Assist project delivery teams with cost control, change management, and commercial reporting throughout the project lifecycle.

• Proven experience in a Commercial Manager, Bid Manager, Estimator, Quantity Surveyor, or similar commercial role within the construction industry.
• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Business, or a related discipline preferred.
• Experience preparing tenders and managing procurement activities for large-scale construction projects.
• Strong understanding of construction contracts, cost management, budgeting, and commercial risk assessment.
• Experience managing subcontractor procurement and supplier negotiations.
• Strong analytical and financial skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel and cost estimating software.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluent Spanish and professional English.
• Commercial awareness and business acumen.
• Cost estimation and financial analysis.
• Tender and bid management.
• Negotiation and procurement skills.
• Risk assessment and problem-solving.
• Organisation and attention to detail.
• Stakeholder management and communication.
• Opportunity to work on large-scale, technically complex projects.
• Dynamic and collaborative international environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

If you want to play a key role in securing and delivering industry-leading projects by driving commercial excellence, cost control, and successful tender strategies, join our team!

At Ilerwork, we are committed to inclusive recruitment processes based on equal opportunities and non-discrimination, regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other personal or social characteristic.

We also guarantee the highest level of confidentiality throughout the entire recruitment process.