Bid Manager - Frameworks at McLaughlin & Harvey

Position Bid Manager - Frameworks
Posted 23 Jun 2026
Expired 23 Jul 2026
Company McLaughlin & Harvey
Location Belfast | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

Latest job information from McLaughlin & Harvey for the position of Bid Manager - Frameworks. If the Bid Manager - Frameworks vacancy in Belfast matches your qualifications, please submit your latest application or CV directly through the updated Jobkos job portal.

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Bid Manager - Frameworks

Build your Future with Us!

McLaughlin & Harvey is a privately owned company with over 170 years of experience, specialising in construction. We provide quality new builds, extensions, refurbishments, fit-outs, and small works projects. Working within the health, education, commercial, industrial, leisure, sporting, retail, and residential sectors.

The experience and capabilities of our team allow us to deliver award-winning, quality projects. We are known for adding value and innovation throughout the process, saving our clients time and money. We work across several sectors and are partners on a number of framework agreements, creating value in every project we deliver.

We are a forward-thinking Company with an established presence across the UK and Ireland.

Our values We Commit, We Care, We Collaborate shape how we work with our clients, partners, and each other.

As our business continues to grow particularly in N. Ireland and we are looking for dedicated individuals who take pride in their work and want to build a rewarding career within a supportive and collaborative environment. We are seeking a Bid Manager to enhance our team and drive success across our high value projects via Frameworks.

Why join us?

  • Exciting Projects Work on varied sector projects and leave a lasting legacy
  • Career Growth Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development
  • Collaborative Culture Be part of a team that values innovation, integrity, and a commitment to excellence
  • Competitive Package Enjoy a competitive salary and great benefits, and flexible and hybrid working options. (Check out our full list of benefits on our website)

What you will be doing

Reporting to the Bid Director, the role of Bid Manager is strategic whilst providing direction to the bidding team. Working on a variety of tenders, PCSDAs at one time the Bid Manager will manage the team encouraging the best bid response in all areas. You will lead from the front and by example and take responsibility for client and client team engagement.

As Bid Manager you will also be responsible for the following key tasks:

  • Manage a programme of projects in the Pre-Construction / PCSDA phase
  • Agree the Bid Win Strategy with the Pre-Construction Director and Bid Director
  • Develop a Bid Programme
  • Organise, chair, and attend tender progress meetings, both internal and external
  • Develop a thorough understanding of potential risks and opportunities and ensure the team address them respectively
  • Ensure contract documents are thoroughly reviewed and collaborate with Commercial and Estimating teams to understand and agree tender position
  • Ensure Agreed Floor Layouts, User Requirement Document , Functional Requirement Proposal or other Tenant/ Employer documents are adequately reflected / captured in the design
  • Research and gain a wider understanding of a scheme
  • Maintain excellent working relationships with the Client
  • Key Account Management
  • Assist with Business Development activities as required
  • Travel as appropriate throughout the UK

What Were Looking For

Qualifications

  • Preferably degree or equivalent construction or design qualification
  • CIOB, MAPM, MICE, RICS etc
  • A background in core Bid Management, Pre-Construction, Planning, Estimating, Civil Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management or Project Management is preferred

Experience

  • Previous experience in a similar role
  • Prior knowledge of Frameworks
  • Working with different forms of building contract including JCT, NEC and bespoke
  • Understanding of Target Cosy, two-stage, single stage and negotiated tendering
  • Confident communicating with colleagues and senior members of management
  • The ability to work to tight deadlines
  • Accuracy and attention to detail
  • Flexibility in approach
  • Strong team ethic

How to Apply:

If youre ready to take the next step in your career with a company that values your expertise and innovation, wed love to hear from you! Apply by clicking apply below.

Join us on our journey to #BuildingTogetherUnlockingPotential

McLaughlin and Harvey is an equal opportunities employer who are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of backgrounds, experiences, and identities. We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our teams and help us deliver better outcomes for our people, our clients, and the communities in which we work.

As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment where we will provide all reasonable adjustments at interview stage and beyond and commit to extending an interview to disabled candidates who meet the minimum job role requirements.


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Job Info:

  • Company: McLaughlin & Harvey
  • Position: Bid Manager - Frameworks
  • Work Location: Belfast
  • Country: GB

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