Bid Manager, Construction

We are working with a growing construction contractor specialising in high-quality refurbishment projects across London. They are looking for an experienced Bid Manager to join the team and take ownership of the bid process from initial opportunity through to submission.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Bid Writer / Manager who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple tenders and bringing together information from commercial, design and operational teams to produce high-quality, winning bids.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage the end-to-end bid process, from tender release through to final submission.

* Review and analyse tender documents, identifying key requirements, risks and opportunities.

* Develop and manage detailed bid programmes and submission timelines.

* Coordinate input from Estimators, Quantity Surveyors, Pre-Construction, Design and Operations teams.

* Prepare and manage PQQs, ITTs, SQs and tender submissions.

* Produce high-quality technical submissions, methodologies, project plans and supporting documentation.

* Ensure all submissions are accurate, professionally presented and completed within strict deadlines.

* Lead bid meetings and manage actions across internal teams.

* Liaise with clients, consultants and supply chain partners where required.

* Maintain bid trackers and ensure all deliverables are completed on time.

* Identify opportunities to improve bid quality and develop best practice across the business.

* Support the wider pre-construction team with business development and tender-related activity.

About You

* Previous experience working within Bid within the construction industry.

* Strong understanding of construction, refurbishment and fit-out projects.

* Proven experience managing multiple tenders simultaneously.

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

* Strong organisational and time-management abilities, with the confidence to manage demanding deadlines.

* Experience producing high-quality PQQ, SQ and ITT submissions.

* Commercially aware with the ability to understand project requirements and develop compelling bid responses.

* Confident working with senior stakeholders and coordinating multiple internal departments.

* Excellent attention to detail and a high standard of written presentation.

* Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint