Bid / Tender Manager

about the company We are seeking an experienced Bid / Tender Manager  to direct the end-to-end bidding lifecycle for major civil engineering and infrastructure projects. In this role, you will lead a dedicated team to formulate competitive, commercially viable proposals from initial appraisal through to final award. about the job End-to-End Bid Leadership: Direct the complete submission process for complex infrastructure projects, ensuring strict adherence to client deadlines and compliance standards.

Commercial Strategy & Costing: Formulate competitive pricing strategies, detailed budgets, and cost estimates. Critically evaluate internal cost breakdowns, subcontractor quotes, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs) to maximise competitiveness.

Risk & Contract Analysis: Scrutinise technical specifications and contract terms to flag commercial risks and operational obligations prior to submission.

Cross-Functional Coordination: Partner with Engineering, Procurement, and Quantity Surveying departments to consolidate all necessary technical and financial data.

Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary liaison for client clarifications, while negotiating with suppliers and subcontractors to secure optimal pricing.

Management Reporting & Handover: Pitch pricing recommendations and feasibility assessments to senior leadership. Upon a successful win, facilitate a seamless handover to the project execution team.

skills and experience required At least a Diploma in Quantity Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field. Min. 5+ years of bid management experience within the heavy civil construction sector and leading a team. Previous exposure to large-scale local transport (LTA) /infrastructure contracts. Highly proficient in MS Excel and industry-standard estimating software. To apply online please use the 'apply' function. EA: 94C3609 | R26163148