Benjamin Grace are recruiting on behalf of a leading civil engineering and rail infrastructure contractor for a Bid Manager / Senior Bid Manager to join the South Region Pre-Contracts team.
This Bid Manager role is a key position within the work-winning function, supporting strategic growth across a diverse portfolio of infrastructure projects.
The successful Bid Manager will play a pivotal role in shaping bid strategy, leading high-quality tender submissions, and driving consistent improvements in work-winning performance. This is ideal for a commercially aware and detail-focused professional with strong experience in rail or civil engineering environments.
Bid Manager / Senior Bid Manager – Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage bid submissions from early opportunity stage through to final tender submission
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Coordinate inputs from estimating, commercial, planning and delivery teams
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Develop high-quality PQQ and tender responses ensuring compliance and clarity as a Bid Manager
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Write, edit and review technical and commercial submission
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Chair tender progress meetings and manage submission programmes and deadlines
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Work closely with Regional Directors and senior stakeholders to identify and pursue new opportunities as a Bid Manager
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Analyse client feedback and support continuous improvement of bid processes
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Contribute to post-tender reviews and lessons learned activity
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Support development of work-winning tools, templates and best practice
Bid Manager – About You
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Proven experience as a Bid Manager or Senior Bid Manager within rail or civil engineering
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Strong understanding of civil engineering projects and delivery environments
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Excellent written, editing and presentation skills
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Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines under pressure
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Strong stakeholder engagement and coordination skills
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Relevant qualification in Civil Engineering (HNC / HND / Degree or equivalent)
This permanent role is being advertised on behalf of Benjamin-Grace Limited, who are operating as an Employment Agency