Bid Manager

Search are actively recruiting a Bid Manager in Glasgow for civil engineering projects across Scotland on behalf of one of our key clients who are an established contractor in the civil engineering and energy sectors.


Our client

Our client is a contractor who has been operating for over 70 years across the UK working across a number of Joint Ventures, Public-Private Partnerships and alternative forms of contract on well-known and celebrated projects;
Well-respected and successful, our client has secured a substantial contract and are looking for talented and ambitious individuals to join their team;
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company which has been steadily growing since their inception, and with scope for work for years to come.


What you'll be doing:

• The successful Bid Manager will be working in Glasgow office on tenders for civil engineering / energy projects across Scotland and the wider UK;
• Lead and manage the entire bid process from initial tender invitation to final submission.
• Review and analyse tender documents, specifications, and drawings to identify key requirements.
• Collaborate with project teams, estimators, and other stakeholders to develop a winning bid strategy.
• Prepare and write high-quality tender proposals, including pricing, risk analysis, and project timelines.
• Ensure all bids are compliant with client requirements and company standards.
• Coordinate the production of bid documentation, ensuring deadlines are met and submissions are accurate.
• Maintain relationships with clients and subcontractors to improve future bid opportunities.
• Manage and track the progress of multiple bids simultaneously while ensuring efficient time management and prioritization.

What you'll need to be successful:

• Ideally, the candidate will be degree-educated within civil engineering;
• Proven experience as a Bid Manager, ideally in the construction or engineering sector.
• Strong knowledge of bid management processes, including tender writing and submission.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on stakeholder management.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple bids at once.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and bid management software.
• Strong attention to detail, with an ability to manage complex documentation.
• A degree in Construction Management, Business, or a related field is preferred;.

What's in it for you

Attractive annual salary of up to 60,000 depending on experience;
Very attractive benefits package including car, pension, health cover;


What you need to do next

Please hit the APPLY NOW button to send your CV to Ronan Neill at Search for this role or to hear more about this or other opportunities we are recruiting for.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.