Senior Bid & Contracts Manager
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Job Summary
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010767Publication start date
02/04/2026Job description
Managers
Post description
Senior Bid & Contracts Manager
Division
Head Office - Bids & Tenders
Title
Senior Bid & Contracts Manager
Contract type
Permanent Full Time
Location
Location
United Kingdom Scotland Head Office
Vacancy contact last name
Easton
Vacancy contact first name
Lorraine
Vacancy contact email
Number of positions to be provided
1
Employment Details
Contract hours
40.00
About the role
The Role
GAP Group the UKs largest independent equipment hire company is looking for an ambitious and commercially astute Senior Bid & Contracts Manager to join our growing Commercial function. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a newly created role shaping how GAP manages high value bids tenders and contracts across the entire business.
If youre someone who thrives on responsibility enjoys working across multiple specialist divisions and wants real visibility at senior leadership level this is the role where you can truly get your hands on something significant.
Duties
Leading the full lifecycle of bids and tenders from early qualification right through to post submission negotiation
Drafting reviewing and negotiating customer contracts and framework agreements
Ensuring all commercial terms support GAPs operational financial and risk standards
Working closely with senior leadership and divisional teams to shape commercially competitive proposals
Identifying commercial risk and recommending practical mitigation strategies
Managing contract renewals and supporting teams in delivering contractual obligations
Elevating the quality consistency and efficiency of bids across the business
Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders including customer procurement teams
Continuously improving processes tools and content within the bid and contracts function
About You
What Were Looking for
Proven experience in senior bid commercial or contracts management roles (ideally within construction plant hire utilities infrastructure or related sectors)
Strong understanding of public & private sector procurement
High commercial acumen with the ability to interpret legal and financial information
Exceptional writing communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Highly organised with strong project management capability and the ability to deliver under pressure
Confident influencing style with the ability to challenge constructively
Collaborative approach and ability to work across multiple specialist divisions
Ability to analyse risk negotiate effectively and improve commercial outcomes
Commitment to continuous improvement and delivering high quality outputs
Resilient proactive and eager to learn about all areas of the business
About Us
About GAP and What We Offer
Youll be joining an industry leader thats growing and genuinely committed to your success. At GAP were proud to be the UKs leading equipment hire provide - supporting projects big and small across construction infrastructure events and more. With nearly 200 locations nationwide and a wide range of specialist divisions we offer exciting opportunities in everything from Plant and Tools to Lifting Survey Pumps Power and Environmental and Event Services.
As a family-run business with over 50 years of experience we believe in doing things the right way. That means:
More investment in our equipment than anyone else in the industry so you work with the best tools in the game
Remaining fully independent which lets us make agile long-term decisions that support your success
Offering real career growth training and development from day one
Support that values you from generous holidays to Life Assurance and Health & Wellness Support
Whether youre hands-on or customer-focused theres a place for you at GAP where your work makes a difference. If youre up for the challenge and want to feel valued at work then wed love to hear from you! Ready to get started Upload your CV and complete our short applicationwell take it from there.
Were proud to be an Equal Opportunities employer and embrace the unique contributions each individual brings.
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