Job Description

Bid Manager – Civil Engineering
Glasgow-Based | UK-Wide Projects
Permanent | Full-Time

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint a Bid Manager to support a growing pipeline of work across Scotland and the North East of England, largely driven by major energy and infrastructure projects.

This opportunity is open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. Whether you are an experienced Bid Manager or a Senior Bid Writer looking to step up, this role offers the chance to take greater ownership of the bid function and play a key role in securing future work — overseeing the full submissions process, contributing to bid strategy, and supporting the development of a small team of bid writers.

The Role:

• Help to lead and manage the end-to-end bid process, from initial enquiry through to submission
• Take overall responsibility for the quality and delivery of submissions
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, including commercial, operational, and technical departments
• Coordinate input from across the business to develop compelling, compliant bids
• Oversee and support a small team of bid writers
• Liaise with clients to clarify requirements and strengthen pre-construction relationships
• Contribute to continuous improvement and post-tender reviews

Projects Include:

• Windfarms
• Battery storage facilities
• Flood and coastal protection
• Substation works
• General civil engineering and infrastructure projects

Who This Could Suit:

• An experienced Bid Manager looking for a new challenge
• A Senior Bid Writer ready to step into a more senior, strategic role
• Candidates from a range of professional or educational backgrounds with strong organisational, communication, and coordination skills
• Individuals with experience managing complex processes, deadlines, and multi-stakeholder input
• Those interested in developing their career within a commercially focused, project-led environment

Why Join:

• Join a business with a strong reputation and long-standing industry presence
• Take ownership of a key function within a growing team
• Opportunity to step into a leadership position and shape the bid process
• Work within a collaborative and professional office environment
• Be part of a business actively investing in its future pipeline and people