Bid Director – Major Project Construction

About the role

We are seeking a Bid Director to join our Major Project Construction team. This is an exciting opportunity to drive work‑winning excellence across our Strategic Projects business, securing major projects and frameworks in key sectors such as Education, Healthcare, Defence, and Custodial.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and inspire multidisciplinary bid teams from inception through to contract award and mobilisation.
• Develop winning bid strategies aligned with business priorities and client needs.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to understand requirements and position our offer effectively.
• Oversee bid quality, ensuring compliance, innovation, and commercial strength in all submissions.
• Nurture talent within your team through coaching, mentoring, and creating opportunities for professional growth.

Required profile

• Proven pre‑construction leadership experience with ability to build trusted, collaborative relationships across teams.
• Extensive pre‑construction and PCSA experience with a strong track record in crafting high‑quality, persuasive bid submissions.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Solid understanding of commercial strategy and ability to translate this into winning proposals.
• Passion for developing people and creating inclusive, supportive team environments.
• Desirable: public‑sector project exposure, NEC contract and major programme experience.