09th October, 2026
JOB SPEC TEMPLATE
LEAD INFORMATION
- Job Title Bid Manager
- Site location Wiltshire (office attendance flexible depending on business needs)
- Responsible to Senior Management / Pre-Construction Director
- Purpose of the role To lead and manage the work acquisition process, including PQQ submissions, tender responses, and framework management, ensuring high-quality, competitive bids that align with client requirements.
- Client brief Our client is a well-established main contractor with over 30 years of experience delivering design, construction, and engineering solutions across defence and commercial sectors. They are known for long-term client partnerships and consistently delivering high-quality outcomes.
KEY INFORMATION
- Reason for vacancy Growth and continued expansion of project portfolio
- Contract Permanent
- Salary £70,000 - £80,000
- Shifts Monday - Friday, general office hours
- Holidays Standard
- Facilities Established business with strong project pipeline and collaborative team environment
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage and administer tender portals
- Manage and write responses for PQQs and tender submissions
- Produce high-quality technical responses addressing client requirements
- Receive, record, and store tender documentation on internal systems
- Attend client meetings, briefings, and industry events
- Identify new business opportunities and support Sales & Marketing functions
- Support framework submissions and cost planning activities
- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD)
REQUIREMENTS / EXPERIENCE
- Proven experience in bid management and bid writing within construction
- Strong experience developing and managing contractor submission documents
- Ability to write clear, technical, and compelling tender responses
- Basic understanding of project management control systems
- Strong organisational and document management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
- Proactive and detail-oriented approach
- Qualifications: Construction-related qualification preferred
BENEFITS
- Competitive salary (£70,000 - £80,000)
- Opportunity to work on a large and diverse project portfolio
- Long-term career stability within a well-established contractor
- Collaborative and experienced team environment
- Strong pipeline of defence and commercial sector work
Serply Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. We are committed to equal opportunity and diversity.
Bid Manager - Wiltshire employer: Serply Recruitment
Join a well-established manufacturer in Ellesmere Port as a Quality Assurance Operative, where you will be part of a supportive and team-oriented environment dedicated to maintaining high product standards. With ongoing work opportunities and potential for long-term placement, this role offers a chance for personal and professional growth while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Experience the satisfaction of ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing setting, all while being part of a company that values its employees.
