Bid Manager bei Target Hospitality

Position Summary We are seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end bidding process for construction projects. This role is critical in securing new business and maintaining long-term client relationships. The Bid Manager will coordinate cross-functional teams—including estimators, engineers, legal, and commercial leads—to develop competitive, compliant, and compelling bids that align with client expectations and company goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Bid Strategy & Capture Planning
• Identify and assess bid opportunities in collaboration with business development and preconstruction teams
• Lead capture planning and define win strategies tailored to each project
• Team Assembly & Coordination
• Build and manage bid teams including estimators, project managers, design consultants, and subcontractors
• Facilitate bid kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and post-submission debriefs
• Technical & Commercial Oversight
• Collaborate with estimators and engineers to refine construction methodologies and value engineering options
• Finalize commercial terms, pricing strategies, and risk assessments
• Compliance & Documentation
• Ensure bid submissions meet all regulatory, safety, and contractual requirements
• Oversee the preparation of bid documentation, including schedules, scope narratives, and compliance checklists
• Client Engagement & Negotiation
• Serve as the primary point of contact with clients throughout the bid process
• Manage clarifications
• Performance Tracking & Continuous Improvement
• Analyze bid outcomes and extract lessons learned to improve future submissions
• Lead strategies for contract renewals and long-term client retention

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience managing bids in commercial, modular, or infrastructure construction projects
• Strong understanding of construction processes, estimating, and contract structures (e.g., Design-Build, CMAR, Lump Sum)
• Excellent project management and stakeholder coordination skills
• Proficiency in budgeting, risk analysis, and negotiation
• Familiarity with construction bidding platforms and document control systems

Collaboration

The Bid Manager works closely with Proposal Managers, Estimators, and Project Executives to ensure each submission reflects a compelling strategy, accurate pricing, and a clear understanding of client needs. Together, they transform opportunities into successful, built environments.

Let me know if you'd like a version tailored to a specific type of construction—like infrastructure, residential, or commercial—or if you want to add union/non-union considerations, LEED certification, or other industry-specific elements.