M&E Bid Manager

Location: Brownsbarn, Co. Dublin (D22)

Salary: Excellent Salary + Comprehensive Benefits Package (DOE)

Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent

Reference: BSSCAT1 47245

About the Company

BSS Building Staff Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a leading Irish Mechanical & Electrical contractor with over 25 years experience delivering complex construction projects across Ireland and Europe. The company has built an outstanding reputation across the Data Centre, Pharmaceutical, Commercial and Industrial sectors and continues to expand its Pre-Construction team.

Due to continued growth, our client is seeking an experienced M&E Bid Manager to lead the management and delivery of high-value mechanical and electrical tenders from initial enquiry through to successful submission.

The Role

Reporting to the Pre-Construction Director, the successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the pre-construction department, managing complex tender opportunities while driving bid strategy, commercial excellence and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Mechanical or Electrical Estimator looking to progress into a strategic Bid Management position.

Key Responsibilities

Bid Leadership

• Lead the complete bid process from receipt of enquiry through to final submission.
• Review tender opportunities and assess project suitability based on company strategy, capability and risk.
• Prepare tender summaries and recommendations for senior management approval.
• Support Bid / No Bid decision-making processes.

Commercial & Bid Strategy

• Develop bid strategies alongside the Pre-Construction Director.
• Identify commercial risks and contractual exposures.
• Assist in establishing target margins and value engineering opportunities.
• Ensure commercial risks are effectively managed throughout the tender process.

Tender Planning

• Prepare detailed tender programmes and submission schedules.
• Coordinate internal estimating teams and external supply chain partners.
• Monitor tender progress and ensure key milestones are achieved.
• Resolve issues affecting tender delivery and programme.

Proposal Management

• Coordinate high-quality, fully compliant tender submissions.
• Prepare technical methodologies and submission narratives where required.
• Ensure all tender documentation is accurate, consistent and professionally presented.
• Manage final approvals and client submissions.

Supply Chain & Document Control

• Develop and maintain supplier and subcontractor databases.
• Manage tender documentation using digital collaboration platforms.
• Ensure document control, version management and audit compliance.
• Promote best practice across estimating and bid management systems.

Continuous Improvement

• Conduct post-tender reviews and capture lessons learned.
• Improve bid processes, templates and tender documentation.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives across the pre-construction team.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a Bid Manager, Senior Estimator or Pre-Construction Management role within an M&E contracting environment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services.
• Excellent commercial awareness with proven experience assessing contractual risk.
• Experience managing multiple complex tenders simultaneously.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and mentoring estimating teams.
• Excellent planning, organisational and time management skills.
• Ability to communicate technical and commercial information clearly to senior management.
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and estimating software.
• Experience using digital collaboration and document management systems.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Building Services, Construction Management, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.

Whats on Offer

• Excellent salary package commensurate with experience.
• Opportunity to work on landmark Data Centre, Pharmaceutical and Commercial projects.
• Career progression within a growing market-leading contractor.
• Ongoing professional development and further education support.
• Collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Long-term career opportunities within a progressive business.

To Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your CV in confidence quoting Reference BSSCAT1 47245.

Michael OHara
BSS Building Staff Solutions

+353 (0)86 210 7555
✉️ michael@buildstaff.ie

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