Bid Manager – Tier 1 Main Contractor
📍 Bristol or Cardiff | 💼 Full-Time | 💰 Excellent Salary + Benefits
Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading, award-winning Tier 1 main contractor. Operating across the South West and South Wales, this well-established construction business delivers high-profile projects across multiple sectors and is renowned for quality, innovation, and sustainability.
This role is ideal for a seasoned Construction Bid Manager seeking to take the next step within a forward-thinking organisation offering long-term career progression, a collaborative culture, and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming work.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the full bid lifecycle from pre-qualification through to tender submission
* Develop compelling, high-quality bid submissions that align with client requirements and company strategy
* Coordinate cross-functional teams including pre-construction, design, commercial, and operational staff
* Analyse tender documents, identify key win themes, and implement winning strategies
* Manage bid programmes, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality
* Review and refine written content to ensure clarity, consistency, and impact
* Conduct post-tender reviews and continuous improvement of bid processes
* Build strong internal and external relationships to support successful bid outcomes
Requirements
* Proven experience as a Bid Manager within the construction industry, ideally with a Tier 1 or large main contractor
* Strong understanding of the UK construction market and procurement processes
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a keen eye for detail
* Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* Strong stakeholder management and leadership skills
* Experience working on large-scale, complex construction projects is highly desirable
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary package with performance-related benefits
* Car allowance / company car
* Generous pension scheme
* Private healthcare
* Flexible and hybrid working options
* Clear career progression within a market-leading contractor
* Opportunity to work on prestigious, high-value projects
Why Apply?
Join a business consistently recognised for excellence within the construction sector. With a strong reputation for delivering landmark projects and investing in its people, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and supportive team where your expertise will make a real impact.
Apply Now
If you are a driven Bid Manager looking to progress your career with a leading contractor in the South West or South Wales, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your application today to be considered