BID Manager

The Bid Manager leads and coordinates the end-to-end bid process from opportunity identification to tender submission and internal handover ensuring bids are technically compliant, commercially robust, deliverable, and aligned with the company’s risk and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bid Leadership: Shape bid strategy, manage bid/no-bid decisions, and map client decision-makers
• Planning & Task Allocation: Break down tenders, allocate work to estimators, manage timelines, and remove bottlenecks
• Internal Coordination: Work with Technical, Operations, Commercial, and Finance teams to ensure buildability, accurate pricing, and risk assessment
• Vendor & Subcontractor Management: Obtain and compare quotations, manage procurement timelines
• Governance & Documentation: Ensure proper filing, version control, and adherence to internal review processes
• Handover & Post-Tender: Lead successful bid handovers, capture feedback, and drive lessons learned
• People Management: Coach estimators and bid staff, support junior development, and foster collaboration
• Customer Relationships: Serve as primary client contact, manage RFIs, and ensure prompt, professional communication

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Requirements

• Proven bid management/estimating experience in facades, glazing, cladding, or construction
• Strong organisational, analytical, and commercial judgement
• Familiarity with estimating tools (e.g., LogiKal), planning tools, and digital environments (SharePoint, Business Central)
• Calm under pressure, clear communicator, collaborative, and positive influence on team morale

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