Senior Pre-Contracts Manager
Bid Excellence and Growth Opportunities:
As a Senior Pre-Contracts Manager, you will lead a high-performing bid team, driving strategic work-winning initiatives across a diverse portfolio. With a proven track record of success, this role offers the chance to shape the future of infrastructure delivery in the North of England.
The Role:
You will oversee the full lifecycle of pre-qualification and tender submissions, making informed decisions on bid/no-bid through your deep understanding of delivery, risk, and buildability. You will mentor and develop a dynamic team, ensuring technical excellence and consistent quality.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead a multidisciplinary team of more than 20, including bid managers, writers, estimators, planners, and administrators
* Oversee the entire bid process, from pre-qualification to tender submission
* Mentor and develop a high-performing team, focusing on technical excellence and consistency
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Strong grasp of delivery and buildability to assess project feasibility and bid potential
* Strategic leadership experience, with a track record of coaching and guiding multi-functional teams
* Ability to operate at board level and influence senior stakeholders
Benefits:
* Opportunity to own, evolve, and elevate a vital function in a leading infrastructure contractor
* Significant autonomy and meaningful influence
* Chance to make a tangible impact on both project selection and long-term business success
Others:
This is an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals from various infrastructure sectors, including senior project management, programme management, and commercial/contracts management. If you are ready to take ownership of a high-performing bid team and drive strategic growth initiatives, apply now.