Bid Manager Permanent Opportunity | Belfast | Competitive Salary (DOE) + Excellent Benefits Our leading construction company is seeking an experienced and commercially focused Bid Manager to join their growing Pre-Construction team. This is an excellent permanent opportunity for a motivated professional to take ownership of tender submissions across three key divisions:Construction, Social Housing, and Fit-Out. The successful candidate will play a key role in securing new business by leading high-quality bid submissions from initial enquiry through to final tender stage. Key Responsibilities Manage and coordinate tender submissions from initial enquiry through to final submission stage Review and complete PQQs, SQs, ITTs, and framework opportunities, assessing suitability and risk Coordinate input from estimating, operations, commercial, design, and HSEQ teams Prepare, edit, and deliver high-quality written tender responses tailored to client requirements Manage bid programmes, deadlines, and document control throughout the submission process Ensure all tender submissions are compliant, accurate, and professionally presented Maintain and improve bid library content, case studies, staff CVs, and supporting documentation Identify and implement new systems and processes to improve bid efficiency Liaise with subcontractors and supply chain partners for pricing and technical submissions Support post-tender clarifications, presentations, and interview preparation Monitor tender portals and identify new business opportunities Review tender feedback and implement improvements for future submissions Candidate Requirements Previous experience within construction, civil engineering, infrastructure, utilities, or related sectors preferred Strong written communication and presentation skills Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Commercial awareness with knowledge of public and private sector procurement processes Strong attention to detail and document accuracy Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills Ability to work under pressure and deliver high-quality submissions to tight timescales Good understanding of construction tendering processes and procurement routes Experience & Qualifications Minimum5 years experience in a Bid Manager or similar role Proven experience managing the full bid/tender process Degree or equivalent experience in a construction-related discipline desirable but not essential Personal Attributes Proactive, motivated, and enthusiastic approach Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across departments Commercially minded with a genuine interest in the construction sector Driven to learn, develop, and progress within the role * If you are an experienced Bid Manager looking for your next permanent opportunity with a leading construction company, we would like to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV or call Naomi at Kenect Recruitment on
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