Senior Bid Manager, Auckland

Alexander James

Senior Bid Manager

  • Posted 1d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Auckland


Job Description

Are you the calm in the chaos when tenders drop? The strategist who turns complexity into clarity—and bids into wins? If so, read on.

A respected Tier 1 civil contractor is looking for a Senior Bid Manager to lead high-value pursuits across the country. From local roading packages to nationally significant infrastructure, you'll bring big-picture thinking, bid leadership, and that X-factor that turns proposals into partnerships.

This isn’t just about ticking boxes. It's about influence. It’s about leading collaborative bid teams, shaping innovative solutions, and leaving your mark on the built environment in New Zealand.

What’s in it for you?

  • Work on iconic civil projects with a well-resourced team
  • Influence and be a part of a newly created business unit focused on growth.
  • Supportive, down-to-earth culture with like-minded people.
  • Your New Role:
  • Own end-to-end bid management on strategic projects.
  • Guide win themes, design tender strategy, and drive submission excellence.
  • Collaborate with estimators, engineers, commercial, and delivery teams.
  • Bring innovation to the bidding process and mentor junior bid staff.


What You’ll Bring:

  • Proven experience leading large, complex bids in civil construction or infrastructure ($100- $300 Million NZD.)
  • A sharp eye for detail, clear communication, and an instinct for storytelling.
  • Strong leadership skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Commercial awareness and confidence with contracts, risk, and pricing strategy.


Sound like your next move?

Apply today with your CV and take your bid career to the next level with a company that values excellence.


Hard Skills Required

  • Tender & Bid Management
  • Civil Construction Knowledge
  • Risk & Cost Analysis
  • Technical Documentation & Interpretation
  • Project Planning & Strategy

Soft Skills Required

  • Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Negotiation
  • Attention to Detail

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work

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