Bid Manager Job at Morson Talent (West Yorkshire)

Bid Manager

Morson Talent

Location:
United Kingdom , West Yorkshire

Category:
Construction

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

45000.00 - 60000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

We are a growing civil engineering contractor based in West Yorkshire, delivering high-quality infrastructure and construction solutions across a range of sectors. With a strong reputation in our core markets, we are now focused on expanding our footprint into new sectors including highways, aviation, marine, and other major infrastructure areas. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and driven Bid Manager to lead and coordinate the preparation of high-quality, winning bids and proposals. This is a key strategic role focused not only on securing work but also on supporting the company's growth ambitions by increasing turnover and enabling entry into new and emerging sectors.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the end-to-end bid process, from opportunity identification through to submission and post-tender review
Develop compelling, high-quality bid submissions tailored to client requirements and evaluation criteria
Collaborate with internal teams including commercial, operational, planning, and technical specialists to gather relevant input
Manage bid programmes, ensuring deadlines are met and submissions are compliant and competitive
Identify and pursue opportunities in new sectors such as highways, aviation, marine, and other infrastructure markets
Conduct market research and competitor analysis to inform bid strategies and positioning
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement in bid processes, tools, and content
Support senior leadership in developing growth strategies and pipeline management

Requirements:

Proven experience as a Bid Manager (or similar role) within the civil engineering or construction sector
Demonstrated success in winning work and contributing to business growth
Experience or strong understanding of sectors such as highways, aviation, marine, or major infrastructure is highly desirable
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, persuasive proposals
Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously
Commercial awareness and understanding of pricing strategies and risk management
Proactive, strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset

What we offer:

Competitive salary and benefits package
Opportunity to play a key role in shaping the growth and direction of the business
Exposure to diverse and high-profile infrastructure projects
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Career development opportunities as the company expands into new sectors