Bid Manager/estimator

Lanarkshire, SCT, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Company expansion has created this new, exciting full time permanent vacancy for an earthworks experienced Bid Manager/Estimator to join our team based in Lesmahagow near Glasgow. Hunts Plant Ltd is a family-owned business operating throughout the whole of the UK. The company is a highly reputable Earthworks and Civil Engineering contractor with an additional heavy plant hire division, and has a wealth of experience and a proven track record of offering excellent customer service whilst delivering multi million pound projects on time and within budget.

Job Purpose:

the successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and submitting bids for various types of Earthmoving and Civil Engineering projects within both the public and private sectors. This role requires a strong understanding of cost control and the ability to review and analyse drawings and specifications thoroughly to ensure bids submitted are accurate, to enable projects to be delivered successfully on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:



Sourcing new tender opportunities/ long term contracts within the earthmoving or civil engineering sector. Preparing accurate cost estimates for both public contract tenders and private companies in line with agreed company pricing strategies, tender/contractual documentation and relevant specifications/legislation. Preparing responses to technical and quality qualification questions, including composing of method statements and risk assessments. Collecting and reviewing subcontract and material quotations to aid accurate cost estimation. Managing and prioritising workload in order to meet tender/contractual deadlines. Provide detailed handover documentation including project information and cost allowances to operational teams to allow smooth handover from bid to operations. Following up on tenders submissions to obtain feedback and help improve future bids.

Skills & Experience:



The ideal candidate would have at least 3 years experience of bid management specifically within the earthmoving or civil engineering sector. Experience of delivering project completion on time, successfully and within budget. Be extremely competent in health & safety practice and supporting documentation. Must possess excellent organisational skills to meet deadlines and plan / prioritise workloads. Must have a strong personality. Be able to communicate at all levels, must be client facing and be commercially minded. There is regular travel required throughout Scotland and also around the UK when necessary. A driving licence is essential for this role.

Benefits:



Competitive salary (from 50,000 p/a) dependent on experience Potential additional project bonus scheme Company car Company pension
If you feel you have what is required for this role please apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension
Application question(s):

Are you competent in the latest health and safety requirements and providing supportive documentation?
Experience:

earthmoving: 3 years (preferred) bid management: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4042492
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Lanarkshire, SCT, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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