Bid Lead; Project Engineer​/Manager

Position: Bid Lead (Project Engineer/Manager)
Bid Lead
 
* Leading Specialist Engineering Contractor
 
* Based full time in central London
Are you an experienced professional with a civil engineering background (project engineer/project management route), looking for a Bid Lead role with a contractor firmly in growth mode? This contractor takes on complex engineering projects excusively in central London:
Enabling works, deep basements, intricate cut & carve elements, piling, groundworks, RC works typically with values up to £80m.
As they continue to grow, they’re looking for a senior figure with a strong engineering background to lead their bid efforts, shaping the future of the company’s project delivery.
Crucially, not just a Bid Coordinator/Manager, an individual who has the experience to be able to input critical technical/engineering content as well.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead the Bid Process:
Take charge of the entire tender process, managing everything from the initial enquiry through to final submission, ensuring all deadlines and quality standards are met.
 
* Develop Winning Proposals:
Lead the creation of compelling, tailored bids that highlight the company’s strengths and differentiate it in competitive markets.
 
* Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams:
Work closely with the preconstruction, technical, commercial, and operations teams to gather relevant information and ensure that all submissions are complete and accurate.
 
* Internal Stakeholder Management:
Lead internal meetings and liaise with senior stakeholders to ensure all bid requirements are clearly understood and met.
 
* Maintain and Improve Bid Procedures:
Support the Preconstruction Director in refining bid processes, ensuring continuous improvement in efficiency, effectiveness, and consistency.
 
* Mentor and Develop Bid Team:
Provide guidance and leadership to junior members of the bid team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.

About You:

* Engineering Background:
You have come through an engineering or project management route, ideally with a degree in civil engineering or a related field, and possess strong technical expertise within the construction or civil engineering industry.
 
* Project Engineer/Manager: you've worked on engineering projects in London and possess a genuine understanding of complex engineering methodology and sequencing
 
* Attention to Detail and Strategic Thinking:
You have an eye for detail, ensuring accuracy in all documentation, while also being able to think strategically to meet client needs and company objectives.
 
* Proactive and Results-Oriented:
You thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and are always focused on delivering winning outcomes.
This represents a brilliant opportunity for a Project Engineer/Manager, who has a desire to move into a bid lead role full-time, and join a genuine market leader as they navigate further growth.
Salary £90k to £100k + bens