Bid Manager

Bid Manager at Western Development Company Limited (WDCL)

Western Development Company Limited (WDCL) is an independent limited liability company, established in Nigeria for over 13 years ago. WDCL is the sole representative of various overseas companies in the fields of Information Technology, Telecommunications, Mechanical Engineering and Electrical/Electronic Engineering.

Bid Manager

• Job Type Full Time
• Qualification BA/BSc/HND
• Experience 7 years
• Location Lagos
• Job Field Engineering / Technical

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Bid Manager to lead and manage our end-to-end bidding process within the Oil & Gas servicing sector.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in managing technical and commercial bids, coordinating multidisciplinary bidding teams, engaging technical partners, and ensuring timely and compliant submissions that position the company competitively for business opportunities

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the end-to-end bid process, from opportunity identification through submission and post-bid review.

• Coordinate the bidding team to ensure effective, efficient, and timely delivery of high-quality bids.

• Identify and engage suitable technical partners where required to strengthen bids or bridge technical, facility, or capability gaps.

• Ensure timely submission of compliant technical and commercial bids in line with client requirements.

• Review client tender documents and ensure all technical, commercial, and compliance requirements are fully addressed.

• Prepare, review, and coordinate technical bid submissions to ensure accuracy and compliance with specifications.

• Prepare and review the commercial aspects of bids, working closely with relevant internal teams.

• Coordinate and plan client presentations required as part of the bid process.

• Lead post-bid reviews and drive continuous improvement in the organisation’s bidding processes and strategies.

• Coordinate and ensure successful client site/facility visits, including all necessary preparations and logistics.

• Maintain effective communication with internal stakeholders, clients, and technical partners throughout the bid process.

• Provide regular bid status and performance reports to the GM – Technical.

• QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience in bid/tender management, preferably within the Oil & Gas industry.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, or a related discipline (B.Eng, B.Tech, B.Sc).

• Proven experience managing both technical and commercial aspects of Oil & Gas bids/tenders.

• Experience working with Oil & Gas operators, service companies, EPC contractors, or related industry stakeholders will be an advantage.

• REQUIRED SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Excellent time management, organisation, and attention to detail

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively under pressure

• Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and coordination skills

• Strategic and creative approach to bid development

• Ability to interpret tender requirements and manage multiple bids within tight detailed

• Deadline: Not specified