Construction Bid Manager

Role: Cosntruction Bid Manager

Atrium Recruitment proudly presents an opportunity to join a leading major contractor based in Cambridge as their Bid Manager. This pivotal role offers the chance to spearhead bids for high-profile projects within the life sciences and education sectors, opening doors to significant growth opportunities for the right candidate with relevant experience as a Construction Bid Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop bid strategies and assess the feasibility of compliant tenders, including the generation of non-compliant tenders or alternative proposals when necessary.
• Create and manage Construction Bids Programmes, Response Trackers, and Budgets to streamline the bidding process effectively.
• Clearly communicate project requirements to the bid team, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Provide technical and operational input to enhance the quality of proposed technical solutions.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success.
• Write, contribute to, or review technical and SHESQ responses to ensure compliance and excellence.
• Collaborate with Estimators to align estimating strategies with project objectives and budget constraints.
• Lead the procurement process for designers, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering collaborative partnerships.
• Chair meetings and interviews with prospective partners, facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
• Establish Project Programme Strategies with the Planning Manager, providing technical support for alignment with project goals.
• Review Project Programmes to identify risks and optimization opportunities.
• Ensure timely achievement of tender response review gateways, maintaining alignment with project milestones.
• Implement mitigation measures in case of programme slip to ensure subsequent milestones are met.
• Manage and respond to Technical Queries from Clients and suppliers, ensuring clear communication and issue resolution.
• Oversee the full bid/tender stage to ensure completeness and accuracy of submissions.

Ideal Candidate:

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager in the construction industry, with a track record of successfully securing high-value projects.
• Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills, capable of developing and executing winning bid strategies.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with the capacity to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Technical proficiency and a thorough understanding of construction processes and regulations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills, capable of identifying and mitigating project risks effectively.

Package:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme and healthcare coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.