United Infrastructure is looking for an experienced Senior Bid Manager to lead complex, high-value bids across major infrastructure opportunities. Working closely with senior leadership, commercial, engineering and operational teams, you will manage the full bid lifecycle, developing clear win strategies and delivering compelling, compliant submissions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead bids from initial qualification through to submission, interview and project handover.
- Develop bid strategies, win themes, value propositions and bid plans.
- Lead kick-off meetings, strategy workshops and senior bid reviews.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary commercial, technical and operational teams.
- Produce and review high-quality, persuasive tender responses.
- Ensure submissions meet client requirements, evaluation criteria and governance standards.
- Manage bid programmes, actions, risks and key deadlines.
- Work with Directors and senior stakeholders to support bid/no-bid decisions and key approvals.
- Capture lessons learned and continuously improve work-winning performance.
- Support and mentor Bid Managers, Bid Writers and Coordinators where required.
About You
- Significant experience in bid management, work winning or pre-construction within infrastructure, construction, utilities or engineering.
- A proven track record of leading complex, high-value tenders.
- Excellent written communication and presentation skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking.
- Confidence working with Directors, clients and senior stakeholders.
- Excellent planning, organisation and stakeholder management skills.
- The ability to manage multiple bids and competing deadlines.
Join us at United Infrastructure and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK. Here at United Infrastructure, we invest in our people and firmly believe that our workforce is our most valuable asset. A driving force for success and the core to achieving our vision of creating a connected and sustainable future, our team is the heart of our organisation.
Are you looking to be part of an exciting journey within an evolving business? Want to learn something new, every single day? Then you’ve come to the right place. A fast-paced, diverse, and hugely ambitious business, we welcome challengers, innovators and people who embrace change. Establish yourself in a creative environment that champions freedom of expression, and supports you in your personal and professional development - because together, we achieve more.
Senior Bid Manager in Warrington employer: United Infrastructure Water Limited
United Infrastructure is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, offering a competitive salary and benefits such as a car allowance or company van. Our collaborative work culture fosters teamwork and innovation, ensuring that every team member plays a vital role in delivering high-quality reinstatement works across our capital delivery projects. Located in a dynamic environment, we are committed to creating a connected and sustainable future, making this an ideal place for professionals passionate about quality and compliance.
Contact Details:
United Infrastructure Water Limited Recruitment Team
