1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by We Are Footprint. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay rangeDirect message the job poster from We Are Footprint Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for winning work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced pre-construction environment and enjoy leading complex bids from concept to completion? If so, we want to hear from you. Our client, an established and reputable main contractor, is seeking an experienced and driven Bid Manager to join their Manchester-based team. You’ll play a pivotal role in securing high-profile construction projects across the North West and beyond – spanning sectors such as residential, commercial, education, healthcare and industrial. The Role As Bid Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our tendering success. Working closely with the estimating, planning, commercial, and technical teams, you’ll manage the full bid life-cycle – from initial strategy development through to final submission and client presentation. Key responsibilities: Lead bid management process from PQQ to ITT and post-tender clarifications Develop winning strategies, bid plans and compelling content aligned with client needs Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely, high-quality submissions Facilitate workshops and reviews, driving solution development and continuous improvement Write, review, and polish written proposals with consistency and impact Maintain bid library and ensure knowledge-sharing across teams Engage with the wider business on pipeline opportunities and market intelligence What They are Looking For Proven experience managing bids for Tier 1 or Tier 2 contractors or consultancies Strong understanding of UK construction procurement, frameworks, and contract types (JCT, NEC) Exceptional organisation, attention to detail, and time management Skilled communicator with excellent written and verbal presentation ability Experience across sectors such as build, infrastructure, education, healthcare, or mixed-use Familiarity with Adobe InDesign (or similar DTP tools) a plus APMP or similar professional qualification (preferred but not essential) Why Join? Work for an award-winning contractor with a strong regional presence Join a supportive, forward-thinking pre-construction team Competitive salary, car allowance, pension, bonus, and other perks Real opportunities for progression and continuous learning Seniority levelSeniority level Not Applicable Employment typeEmployment type Full-time Job functionJob function Other Industries Construction and Building Construction Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at We Are Footprint by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “Bid Manager” roles.Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Liverpool, England, United Kingdom 4 days ago Kirkham, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Preston, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Preston, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Liverpool, England, United Kingdom 4 hours ago Lancashire, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Wirral, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Senior Bid Writer – Lead Strategic Bids in a Global Education GroupManchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Altrincham, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago Salford, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Preston, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Liverpool, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days ago Warrington, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Salford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Regional Sales Consultant - Sprinker/Gas SupressionManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 days ago Salford, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago Manchester Area, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Altrincham, England, United Kingdom 1 week ago Regional Sales Consultant - Sprinker/Gas SupressionManchester, England, United Kingdom 6 hours ago Sales Proposals Engineer - Fire SuppressionLancashire, England, United Kingdom 5 days ago Chorley, England, United Kingdom 1 day ago Manchester, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Bid Manager