Construction Bid Manager
Astraea
Sales & Business Development
Italy
Construction Bid Manager | BESS
Location: Remote (Italy)
Salary: Competitive + Bonus
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An international energy and infrastructure business is looking for a Construction Manager to support EPC tendering, bidding and execution activities, primarily across the Italian market, with the option to support wider EMEA projects in the future.
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Reporting to the Head of Construction EMEA, this role sits at the centre of the delivery function, acting as the key link between technical, commercial, procurement and execution teams. The focus is on EPC tendering, contractor management and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget, with strong attention to risk, quality and contractual alignment.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead identification, evaluation and management of EPC contractors and subcontractors
- Manage EPC tendering processes, including preparation of bid packages and evaluation
- Support construction budgeting and technical/commercial bid assessments
- Prepare, review and validate technical and contractual documentation
- Identify and manage construction and EPC delivery risks during tendering and execution
- Support contract negotiation with Legal, Procurement and Commercial teams
- Conduct site visits and support early-stage construction planning and surveys
- Define and integrate construction schedules into overall project plans
- Support handover from tendering into execution, including claims and variations
- Work closely with Site and Project Managers during execution phases
- Ensure strong HSE compliance across all contractors
- Drive continuous improvement across EPC tendering and delivery processes
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Requirements
- Master’s degree in Engineering (Civil preferred)
- 5+ years’ experience in construction / EPC environments
- Strong experience in EPC bidding and tendering processes (essential)
- Background in Italian energy/infrastructure projects preferred
- Good understanding of EPC contracts, procurement and contractor management
- Strong awareness of HSE and construction risk management