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Bid Manager

United Kingdom, Motherwell · Job Posted May 29, 2026
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Bid Manager Motherwell Talented people are the key to our success. Would you like to join an inclusive, collaborative organisation that is also one of the most successful within the UK infrastructure industry? Morgan Sindall is seeking a motivated and ambitious Bid Manager to join our team working on the Scottish Power, Harburn project, supporting the delivery of a diverse and exciting pipeline of schemes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their bid management expertise while taking on increasing responsibility within a high‑performing team. The role is responsible for the successful planning, coordination, and submission of bids to existing and prospective customers, ensuring all tenders are completed on time, within budget and to the highest standard. You will play a key role in positioning Morgan Sindall for success by delivering compelling, compliant, and high‑quality submissions that maximise our competitive advantage.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead and manage all aspects of bid and tender delivery, providing expert leadership on major opportunities
  • Develop and implement winning bid strategies, writing plans and costed bid programmes
  • Coordinate bid teams and resources, securing approvals and ensuring timely, compliant submissions
  • Manage risks, issues, dependencies, and capabilities required to deliver bids and subsequent contracts
  • Guide and review technical and commercial bid content to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency
  • Maintain and develop standard bid content in line with Morgan Sindall processes and best practice
  • Ensure estimating, risk, health and safety and work‑winning procedures are consistently applied
  • Communicate bid strategies effectively with construction, pre‑contract, and stakeholder teams
  • Lead tender presentations, negotiations, and involvement in the adjudication process
  • Build strong, trusted relationships with customers, consultants, and partners
  • Coach, develop and manage team members, driving performance, innovation, and continuous improvement
  • Stay informed on industry trends, innovations, and personal professional development.

Requirements

  • Degree‑educated or equivalent in a relevant discipline
  • Chartered status (e.g. CEng) and professional body membership desirable
  • Proven senior‑level experience in work winning, including the successful delivery of major, profitable bids
  • Demonstrated success in quality‑led bidding, with an innovative and creative approach
  • Experience operating within large, complex organisations and influencing outcomes beyond own team
  • Strong understanding of commercial principles, procurement models, terms, and conditions
  • Background in delivering major projects in an operational environment, ideally at Project Manager level
  • Experience managing design processes during tender and contract stages
  • Familiarity with joint ventures, alliances, or other collaborative delivery models
  • Excellent leadership and people skills, able to motivate and develop teams in a flat management structure
  • Strong planning, organisation, and time‑management skills, managing multiple priorities without compromising quality
  • Sound knowledge of construction practices, standards, and specifications, with specialist expertise in own discipline
  • Collaborative, initiative-taking and adaptable, with the ability to contribute across business units.

What we offer

  • Generous holiday entitlement with the option to buy five days
  • Flexible and adaptable working
  • Family friendly policies and work/life approach
  • Mentoring programmes and continuous learning support
  • Contributory pension scheme
  • Annual bonus scheme
  • Recognition scheme and long service awards
  • Car scheme and Private Medical Insurance (if applicable to role)
  • Option to participate in our share-save scheme
  • discounts including cycle to work and gym membership
  • a support and advice service for colleagues and their families
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