Head of Bid Writing in Newtownabbey

McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects, working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors. The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects. We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver.

Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other. We are seeking a Bid Manager to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects via Frameworks.

Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy.

Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development.

Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.

Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits, and flexible and hybrid working options.

What you will be doing

• Reporting to the Bid Director, the role of Bid Manager is strategic whilst providing direction to the bidding team.
• Working on a variety of tenders, PCSDAs at one time the Bid Manager will manage the team encouraging the best bid response in all areas.
• Manage a programme of projects in the Pre-Construction / PCSDA phase.
• Agree the Bid Win Strategy with the Pre-Construction Director and Bid Director.
• Develop a Bid Programme.
• Organise, chair, and attend tender progress meetings, both internal and external.
• Develop a thorough understanding of potential risks and opportunities and ensure the team address them respectively.
• Ensure contract documents are thoroughly reviewed and collaborate with Commercial and Estimating teams to understand and agree tender position.
• Ensure Agreed Floor Layouts, User Requirement Document, Functional Requirement Proposal or other Tenant/Employer documents are adequately reflected/captured in the design.
• Research and gain a wider understanding of a scheme.
• Maintain excellent working relationships with the Client.
• Assist with Business Development activities as required.
• Travel as appropriate throughout the UK.

What We're Looking For

• Qualifications: Preferably degree or equivalent construction or design qualification CIOB, MAPM, MICE, RICS etc.
• A background in core Bid Management, Pre-Construction, Planning, Estimating, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Project Management is preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience in a similar role.
• Prior knowledge of Frameworks.
• Working with different forms of building contract including JCT, NEC and bespoke.
• Understanding of Target Cost, two-stage, single stage and negotiated tendering.
• Confident communicating with colleagues and senior members of management.
• The ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Flexibility in approach.
• Strong team ethic.

How to Apply: If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, we'd love to hear from you! We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.