Bid Manager - Construction

Salary: £75k - £85k + pkg
Location: Warrington
Regions: Manchester, North of England, North West, North West England

A Major contractor is seeking an experienced and motivated Bid Manager to join their team in Warrington. In this key position, you will lead the development, coordination, and submission of high-quality bids across a range of construction projects. You'll work closely with operational, commercial, and technical teams to produce compelling, compliant submissions that reflect our values, capabilities, and commitment to excellence.

• Manage the full bid lifecycle from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission.
• Lead bid planning sessions, identifying win themes, value propositions, and customer priorities.
• Coordinate input from multidisciplinary teams, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery.
• Develop structured bid documentation, presentations, and supporting materials.
• Monitor tender requirements, deadlines, and compliance criteria.
• Work collaboratively with estimators, planners, designers, and project teams to build robust, competitive proposals.
• Support post-tender clarifications, presentations, and negotiation activities when required.
• Drive continuous improvement in bid processes and knowledge sharing.

• Proven experience managing bids within the construction or infrastructure sector.
• Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent written communication and editorial skills, with an eye for detail.
• Ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• A proactive mindset, strong teamwork ethos, and confidence leading collaborative bid efforts.
• Familiarity with tender portals, bid governance processes, and quality-based tendering.

• The opportunity to work on high-profile, nationally significant projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment focused on professional growth.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working options where appropriate.