Bid Manager

Livingston, West Lothian, United Kingdom Be the First to Apply Job Description We are looking for a Bid Manager who is keen to expand their experience in a company that values bid management as a profession that contributes to the success of our business. We are keen to hear from experienced Bid Managers who are looking to make the next step up in their career. You will be responsible for managing the end-to-end bid process, using best practice techniques to ensure proposals are both compliant and compelling, and therefore maximising our chances of success. You should be able to work to high quality standards and clearly articulate Farrans' value proposition. This role sits within our dedicated Civil Engineering Pre-Contract team which includes professional bid managers, estimators and writers. You will work with your colleagues to prepare submissions for projects across a variety of civil engineering sectors, that typically range from £10m to in excess of £50m. Our Pre-Contract department is key to the ongoing success of the company. Therefore, we will actively support your personal development, including to achieve certification with the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP). Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for managing the full life-cycle of the bid process from Go/No Go to contract award
• Effectively lead the bid team to achieve a compliant and compelling bid submission
• Formulate a winning bid strategy with the senior management team, based on an assessment of client drivers and priorities
• Implement bid kick-off meetings to communicate the winning bid strategy and inform all parties of the individual responsibilities for the bid, including scope of response, timing and review process.
• Regularly review bid progress, taking action to ensure compliance with the winning bid strategy. Escalate issues within the chain of command where conflicting pressures apply.
• Interrogate the commercial, technical and bid submission responses to drive a best value offering to the Client.
• Encourage an integrated team approach, bringing enthusiasm and energy to the bid process.
• Write or contribute to sections of the quality response.
• Lead the Farrans team in preparation of presentations for tender interviews.
• Manage the tender clarification process, during and post bid stages.
• Strive for continuous improvement within the pre-construction process, including the application of best practices in bid management.
• Seek client feedback in respect of all submissions to drive improvements.
• Abide by all business compliance requirements in line with Company policies.
Qualifications
• Educated to degree or equivalent level
• Knowledge of bidding best practice techniques, eg Shipley, APMP
• Minimum of five years' post-graduation experience in a civil engineering role and/or bidding environment
• Practical experience of bid management, preferable in a construction related discipline
• Excellent standard of written English with an ability to articulate messages clearly and concisely
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to effectively plan own workload and that of others
• Able to work to tight deadlines in high pressure situations
About Us Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme. The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do. Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided. Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know. When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority. Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential. Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly. We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life integration. We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees. To learn more about what we can offer you, click here Job Info
• Job Identification 158
• Job Category Procurement
• Posting Date 02/17/2026, 03:11 PM
• Locations Livingston, West Lothian, United Kingdom
• Job Schedule Full time
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• Educated to degree or equivalent level
• Knowledge of bidding best practice techniques, eg Shipley, APMP
• Minimum of five years' post-graduation experience in a civil engineering role and/or bidding environment
• Practical experience of bid management, preferable in a construction related discipline
• Excellent standard of written English with an ability to articulate messages clearly and concisely
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Able to effectively plan own workload and that of others
• Able to work to tight deadlines in high pressure situations
  Here at Farrans we build, we transform, and we connect. Making a positive difference to the communities in which we operate is our passion and we place social responsibility at the heart of every scheme.
The projects we deliver have an important role in the everyday lives of people in the UK & Ireland. We are committed to making a positive impact on the environment and strive for sustainability in all we do. Our culture is one of transparency, equality and encouragement, where questions are welcomed, learning never stops and access to support is provided. Farrans are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment for all. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, please don't hesitate to let us know.
When you come to Farrans, you can make a big impact. We love enthusiasm, new ideas and innovation. Your well-being is our priority. Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you to achieve your full potential. Our career development opportunities provide you with a clear progression pathway, advanced education in your core subjects as well as management and leadership opportunities to excel quickly. We understand the importance of work life balance. We offer flexible working hours (where applicable) and generous leave policies to help you maintain a healthy work-life integration. We know that our most important asset is our people and that is why we have invested significantly to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of all our employees.