Bid Manager

Description:

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Bid Manager to join a well-established construction business based in Elgin, supporting the delivery of major projects across Scotland.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in Bid Management, Pre-Construction, Commercial, or Design Management who is looking to play a key role in securing and shaping future projects.
Working closely with senior leadership and operational teams, you will manage bids from early design and feasibility stages through to tender submission and project handover, ensuring commercially strong and competitive submissions.

The Role
·Manage pre-construction activities across multiple projects
·Prepare tender pricing and submission documentation
·Produce budget costs at feasibility stage
·Prepare tender reports for Regional Bid Managers and Directors
·Monitor and manage tender correspondence, drawings, and documentation
·Carry out cost/value investigations alongside the tender team
·Review construction programmes and understand cost implications and deliverables
·Identify and manage risks and opportunities associated with tenders
·Identify value engineering opportunities to maximise commercial returns
·Attend internal and external meetings, presentations, and interviews
·Provide cost advice to both internal and external stakeholders
·Maintain and develop historical cost databases
·Manage the production of all tender deliverables
·Produce client cash flow forecasts
·Ensure bids progress in line with tender programmes while protecting contractual position and maximising margin opportunities
·Prepare detailed handover documentation for operational teams following successful tenders

About You
·Previous construction experience within a Bid, Commercial, Design, or Pre-Construction role
·A construction-related qualification is preferred
·Strong commercial awareness and analytical ability
·Able to identify and assess commercial risk and develop winning bid strategies
·Good understanding of technical, contractual, and procurement processes
·Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
·Organised and capable of managing multiple deadlines simultaneously
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected contractor with a strong pipeline of secured work, offering long-term career development and progression