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Senior Bid Manager
Job Posted: 10 hours ago
Salary: £ 60,000 - 80,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Senior Bid Manager - Civil Engineering & Infrastructure
Location: Walsall (with hybrid working and travel to regional offices)
Salary: Competitive + car/allowance + excellent benefits
About the Company
Our client is one of the UK's leading privately owned civil engineering and infrastructure specialists - a business built on strong family values and more than 40 years of success across the water, transport, built environment, and energy sectors.
Operating as a Tier 1 delivery partner to blue-chip, regulated, and private clients, they deliver major frameworks, joint ventures, and standalone projects nationwide. With over 1,200 employees and a strong direct delivery model, the company is known for its commitment to people, safety, and technical excellence.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Senior Bid Manager to join a well-established and forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of UK infrastructure delivery.
In this pivotal role, you'll lead the development and submission of high-quality, winning bids - working closely with senior leadership, technical specialists, and commercial teams to secure new projects that align with the company's strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Identify and develop business opportunities aligned with the company strategy.
Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and internal stakeholders.
Lead the preparation of PQQs, tenders, and commercial submissions.
Develop clear bid strategies and manage risk and governance processes.
Write and review high-quality, compelling responses with input from technical teams.
Oversee bid handovers to operational teams following contract award.
Mentor and support bid managers and coordinators to drive best practice.
About You
Essential:
Background in civil engineering, infrastructure, or commercial bid management.
Proven experience leading successful multi-disciplinary bid teams.
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of risk and governance.
Excellent written communication skills for technical and persuasive content.
Strong leadership and stakeholder management capabilities.Desirable:
Chartered or Incorporated status (or working toward it).
Experience within civil, MEICA, or built environment sectors.
Process improvement and business development experience.
What's on Offer
Our client offers a collaborative, people-first culture with a genuine commitment to professional growth. The benefits package includes:
Competitive salary + car/allowance
Company pension & life assurance
Private medical insurance
25 days annual leave + bank holidays + loyalty days
8 hours' paid volunteering leave
Employee Assistance Programme (mental, financial, and wellbeing support)
Leadership & management training and career development opportunities
Flexible benefits and a green car scheme
How to Apply
If you're an experienced Bid Manager looking to take the next step in your career with a respected UK civil engineering business, we'd love to hear from you.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Rob DartnellBefore You Apply
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