Job Title: Bid Manager (construction)
Location: Co. Cork (Office-based)
Salary: €65,000 – €80,000 per year (DOE)
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Schedule: Monday to Friday

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary: €65,000 – €80,000 depending on experience

• Career progression within a well-established civil engineering company

• A collaborative and supportive team environment

• Exposure to both public and private sector infrastructure projects

About the Role

An established civil engineering firm based in Co. Cork is seeking a highly experienced Bid Manager to oversee the tendering process for major infrastructure and civil works projects. You’ll lead the full bid lifecycle, ensuring that submissions are accurate, timely, and aligned with the client’s requirements and industry standards.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and track suitable tender opportunities and PQQs

• Analyse tender documentation to assess client requirements

• Coordinate input from internal teams (estimating, commercial, PM, H&S)

• Prepare compliant, high-quality tender responses within tight deadlines

• Maintain and update bid library (CVs, case studies, templates, methodologies)

• Ensure bids meet legal, compliance, and quality standards

• Conduct tender reviews and post-bid feedback to support continuous improvement

• Support business development initiatives and strategic tendering

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of experience in bid or tender management, ideally within Ireland or EU markets

• Strong understanding of procurement processes across public and private sectors

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Word & Excel)

• Experience using eTenders and other procurement platforms

• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

• Degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (preferred)

• This role is fully office-based

Apply Now

If you’re ready to take the lead on high-value bids and make a real impact in a growing civil engineering business, we want to hear from you. Submit your CV today to be considered.