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Date Added: Thu 31/07/2025

Bid Manager

Preston, PR1, UK
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Company: BUILDING CAREERS UK

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Salary: £55000 - £65000/annum

Our client is a well-established and respected principal contractor operating across the North West, known for delivering high-quality construction projects in the commercial, education, healthcare, and residential sectors. As they continue to grow their portfolio, they're seeking an experienced and driven Bid Manager to lead and coordinate their tendering process from end to end and lead a small team.

As Bid Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the full bid lifecycle - from identifying opportunities and developing win strategies to coordinating submissions and leading presentations. You'll play a key role in securing new business and maintaining the company's excellent industry reputation.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the preparation, coordination, and submission of PQQs, ITTs, and RFPs

Develop bid strategies in collaboration with Pre-Construction, Estimating, and Directors

Manage bid programmes, ensuring all deadlines and quality standards are met

Write, review, and refine high-quality submission content

Liaise with clients, consultants, and internal teams to gather relevant information

Conduct post-bid reviews and identify areas for continuous improvement

What We're Looking For:

Proven experience in a Bid Manager or Senior Bid Writer role within the construction sector

Strong understanding of public and private sector tendering processes

Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills

Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams under pressure

High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset

Why Join Our Client?

Work with a reputable and people-focused contractor

Be part of a supportive, tight-knit team with a strong regional presence

Competitive salary, car allowance, and excellent benefits

Genuine opportunities for career progression

Apply: Contact Hayley Woodruff on (phone number removed) or apply with your CV to (url removed)

Building Careers UK specialises in Construction and Property recruitment and serves as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job, you accept the Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.

We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Our recruitment process is designed to ensure equal opportunities for all candidates, regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic.

Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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