We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established civil engineering contractor delivering groundworks, high-quality external works and civil engineering schemes.
Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, they are looking to appoint an experienced Bid Manager to take ownership of key tenders and play a central role in securing future work to continue this success.
The Role
As Bid Manager, you will lead the coordination, preparation and submission of competitive tenders for external works civils and groundworks projects.
You will work closely with estimating, planning and senior leadership teams to shape winning strategies and ensure submissions are technically robust, commercially sound and aligned with delivery capability.
This is a hands-on, technically detailed role suited to someone who genuinely understands site operations and complex civils packages.
What You'll Be Involved In
You will manage bids covering schemes that may include:
Complex cranage logistics
Detailed traffic management strategies
Temporary works solutions (trenching, scaffolding, working at height)
Design coordination and responsibility elements
BIM requirements
NEC, JCT and trade contract environments
You'll be responsible for interpreting tender documents, identifying key risks and opportunities, and shaping a clear, coherent submission strategy that positions the business strongly.
Technical Exposure
Projects typically involve a mix of:
In-situ reinforced concrete structures (including retaining walls and bases)
Excavation and formation works
Structural build-ups and sub-base installations (including Type 1)
Stone cladding and paving
High-spec installations
Tarmac and specialist surface finishes
Your Responsibilities
Lead the bid process from document download through to final submission
Coordinate input from estimating, planning and technical teams
Develop clear win strategies alongside operational leaders
Prepare technical narratives and methodology responses
Identify programme, logistics and risk considerations
Ensure smooth handover to delivery teams upon award
Success in this role will be measured by the quality, consistency and value of work secured, and your contribution to a structured and professional work-winning function.
Who This Would Suit
This role would particularly suit someone with:
A background in on-site civil engineering
Experience in external works, groundworks or landscaping.
A strong understanding of buildability and construction sequencing
You may currently be working in estimating, pre-construction, project engineering or site management and looking to transition fully into a bid-focused role - or already operating as a Bid Manager seeking broader project exposure.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Exposure to technically challenging, design-led external works schemes
Genuine collaboration between pre-construction and delivery teams
A visible role within a growing and ambitious contractor
If this sounds like somethingthat might be of interest to you then apply to teh advert wit ha copy of your CV ASAP.
Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.
Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.
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