Bid Manager, Construction

Bid Manager

Location: Elgin / Inverness

An established construction contractor is seeking a Bid Manager to join its pre-construction team in the highlands. This key role is responsible for managing bids from early feasibility through to submission and handover. You will play a central role in securing new work by producing commercially competitive, technically robust, and high-quality tender submissions.

You will be involved across the full pre-construction lifecycle, working closely with commercial, design, planning, and operational teams. The role offers strong exposure to cost planning, bid strategy, and programme development, providing a clear pathway for progression within a growing business.

• Manage and coordinate all pre-construction activities across multiple bids
• Prepare tender pricing, cost plans, and submission documentation
• Develop feasibility budgets and support early-stage cost advice
• Monitor and manage all tender documentation, including drawings and correspondence
• Identify, assess, and manage commercial risks and opportunities
• Support value engineering and buildability input to enhance bid competitiveness
• Produce detailed tender reports and cost/value analysis
• Contribute to programme development and understand its impact on cost and delivery
• Liaise with internal teams and external consultants to develop robust bid solutions
• Attend client meetings, interviews, and presentations as required
• Prepare detailed handover documentation for successful bids to operational teams
• Support the development and maintenance of cost data and benchmarking systems

• Experience with in a bid, commercial, design, or pre-construction role in construction
• Strong understanding of procurement routes, tendering processes, and construction contracts
• Good commercial awareness with the ability to assess and manage risk
• Ability to interpret technical information and contribute to bid strategy
• Construction-related qualification desirable

• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing contractor
• Involvement in a wide range of projects and sectors
• Supportive, team-focused working environment
• Clear progression within pre-construction and commercial functions
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Location:

Elgin / Inverness. Full-time, permanent position. Right to work in the UK required.

We welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates, regardless of race, sex, disability, beliefs, sexual orientation, or age.