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Bid Manager

  • Location: Chelmsford
  • Salary: £65000 - £80000 per annum
  • Job Type:Permanent
  • Sector: Construction
  • Contact: Francesca Croucher
  • Contact Email: f.croucher@select.co.uk
  • Contact Phone: 03301 743815
  • Job Ref: SF62857
Bid Manager – Take Your Career to the Next Level
Are you looking for a Bid Manager role that offers more than just the usual responsibilities? My client, a leading main contractor, is experiencing significant growth and expanding their pre-construction team. This is your opportunity to step into a thriving, well-supported environment where you’ll have the autonomy to shape winning bids while benefiting from a company that values its people, fosters career development, and has an outstanding track record of staff retention. If you’re looking for a place where you can truly progress, this could be the perfect next step.
 
As a Bid Manager, you will be responsible for managing and delivering high-quality, competitive bids from start to finish. You’ll have the chance to work on a variety of exciting projects, leading bid strategy sessions, writing compelling submissions, and collaborating with internal teams and supply chain partners to create stand-out proposals. This role offers a great blend of hands-on involvement and strategic oversight, making it ideal for someone who thrives in a innovative, forward-thinking environment. If you enjoy influencing key decisions and want to play a vital role in securing major contracts, this is the role for you.
 
What’s in it for you?
We understand that a great career is about more than just the role itself. That’s why my client offers a competitive salary of £65,000 - £80,000 plus company car or allowance, alongside a brilliant benefits package that supports your work-life balance and long-term security:
  • Pension scheme matched up to 6%
  • 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 8 years
  • Private healthcare cover for you and your family
  • Life assurance up to 4x your basic salary
  • Sharesave plan and incentive scheme
  • Enhanced family leave and mental wellbeing support
  • High street discounts and long service awards
This is a rare opportunity to join a main contractor that truly values its people, offering an excellent working culture and a commitment to continuous development. You’ll be surrounded by a highly skilled and supportive team, with the chance to make a real impact. If you’re a Bid Manager looking to move forward in your career, this is the role that will give you the scope to do just that.

Interested? Apply today and take the next step in your career!