FlatironDragados

Builds infrastructure across the United States and Canada

Bid Manager - Federal

Proposal ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeAustin, TX, USA$200k - $250k /yrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
At least 10 years of Federal construction industry experience related to project pursuits, including estimating, project management, or business development is required.
Deep understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations and request for proposal processes is required.
Understanding of constructability is required.
Ability to identify and interpret risk strategies is required.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills are required.
Demonstrated experience leading partnering and teaming agreements is required.
Understanding of cost estimating practices, development, and implementation is required.
Strong communication and organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

Manage Federal project pursuits by working closely with the proposal manager, lead estimator, business development manager, and Federal Preconstruction Director.
Work with the Business Development team to identify opportunities, recommend partnerships for Company pursuit, and coordinate partnership teams to submit proposals within prescribed budgets and timelines.
Develop and manage pursuit timelines and deliverables, and attend schedule and proposal meetings to ensure submissions include all necessary data and documentation.
Review design schedules and construction plans to identify cost savings opportunities within contract specifications by adjusting quantities, estimating materials, or evaluating alternative construction methods.
Work with design managers to develop the best possible technical solution.
Develop project-specific client management strategies and manage client expectations and communication based on contract specifications and the Owner's needs.
Work closely with engineers and estimators to develop the budget and secure the final bid price for the pursuit.
Support the project hand-off between the bid and construction teams to ensure proper execution of construction plans and client expectations.
Support the project management team with client relations during the initial phases of project construction, as needed.

Desired Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

Overview

The Federal Bid Manager holds a senior strategic role that integrates skills in business development, joint ventures, project management, and strategic thinking with regulatory expertise, all of which are essential to the Company's growth and success in the Federal Market Sector. Reporting directly to the Federal Preconstruction Director, this role ensures that all proposals adhere to the Company’s Federal Proposal Standards, thereby safeguarding the Company’s financial interests and reputation.

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What you will be doing

Manages Federal project pursuits by working closely with proposal manager, lead estimator, business development manager and Federal Preconstruction Director
Works with Business Development team to identify opportunities, recommends partnerships for Company pursuit, and coordinates partnership teams to submit proposals within prescribed budgets and timelines.
Develops and manages pursuit timeline and deliverables, attends all schedule and proposal meetings to ensure submission will include all necessary data and documentation.
Reviews design schedule and construction plans to identify cost savings opportunities within the contract specifications by adjusting quantities, estimate materials or alternative construction methods.
Word with design managers to develop the best possible technical solution.
Develops project specific client management strategy. Manages client expectations and communication based on contract specifications and needs of the Owner.
Works closely with engineers and estimators to develop the budget and secure the final bid price for the pursuit.
Supports the project hand-off between the bid and construction teams to ensure proper execution of construction plans and client expectations. Supports project management team with client relations during the initial phases of project construction, as needed.

What we are looking for

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.

10+ years of Federal construction industry experience related to project pursuits (i.e DOD, NAVFAC, USACE, AFICC), including estimating, project management or business development required.

Deep Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and RFP processes.

Understands constructability.

Able to identify and interpret risk strategies.

Demonstrated leadership, communication, conflict resolution and interpersonal skills required.

Demonstrated experience leading partnering and teaming agreements.

Understanding of cost estimating practices, development and implementation.

Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Why work for us

Some of the benefits you may be eligible for as an employee are:

Comprehensive compensation package and paid time off program
Industry leading 401(k)/RRSP
Medical/Extended Health Care, Dental, Vision and/or Provincial Medical
Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program

We are an EEO/ADA/Veterans employer.

Salary Min

USD $200,000.00/Yr.

Salary Max

USD $250,000.00/Yr.

About the Company

FlatironDragados

Builds infrastructure across the United States and Canada

FlatironDragados builds civil infrastructure for public and private owners, including roads, bridges, transit, airports, dams, water facilities, tunnels and marine works. Its projects include the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Detroit and Windsor and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel expansion in Virginia. Owners pay under construction contracts, including agreements that combine design with building and public-private partnerships. The company also works in joint ventures, bringing its construction teams together with partner contractors on major projects. FlatironDragados formed in 2025, operates across the United States and Canada and has its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Atlanta, GA
Founded: 2025

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