Outline of the Role:

We are seeking a Bid Manager eager to expand their experience in a company that values bid management as a key contributor to business success. We welcome applications from experienced Bid Managers ready to advance their careers.

You will manage the end-to-end bid process, employing best practice techniques to ensure proposals are compliant and compelling, maximising our chances of success. You should maintain high-quality standards and clearly articulate our value proposition.

This role is part of our dedicated Civil Engineering Pre-Contract team, which includes professional bid managers, estimators, and writers. You will collaborate with colleagues to prepare submissions for projects across various civil engineering sectors, typically ranging from £10m to over £50m.

Our Pre-Contract department is crucial to the company's ongoing success. We actively support your personal development, including achieving certification with the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP).

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full life cycle of the bid process from Go/No Go to contract award.

• Lead the bid team to achieve a compliant and compelling bid submission.

• Formulate a winning bid strategy with senior management, based on client drivers and priorities.

• Implement bid kick-off meetings to communicate the winning strategy and inform all parties of their responsibilities.

• Regularly review bid progress, ensuring compliance with the strategy and escalating issues as needed.

• Write or contribute to sections of the quality response.

• Lead the team in preparing presentations for tender interviews.

• Manage the tender clarification process during and post-bid stages.

• Strive for continuous improvement within the pre-construction process, applying best practices in bid management.

• Seek client feedback on submissions to drive improvements.

Skills & Qualifications Required:

• Educated to degree or equivalent level.

• Knowledge of bidding best practice techniques, e.g., Shipley, APMP.

• Minimum of five years’ post-graduation experience in a civil engineering role and/or bidding environment.

• Practical experience in bid management, preferably in a construction-related discipline.

• Excellent written English, with the ability to articulate messages clearly and concisely.

• Accuracy and attention to detail.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

• Able to work to tight deadlines in high-pressure situations.

What We Offer:

Our people are our greatest asset, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you in achieving your full potential. We value enthusiasm, new ideas, and innovation.

Your well-being is our priority. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 30+ days annual leave

• Pension plan

• Health cash plan enrolment

• Enhanced maternity

• Family-friendly policies

• Access to discounts

• Cycle to work scheme

• 24/7 counselling and support health line

• GP anytime & Wellbeing App