Proposals Manager
Fantastic opportunity for a Proposals Manager working for a major civil engineering contractor working on variety of water and wastewater projects, based near Winchester
As a Proposals Manager, you’ll play a critical role in securing and initiating major water infrastructure projects from early-stage conversations through to delivery handover.
This position offers a fantastic opportunity to lead proposal development across all phases—from early client engagement and optioneering, to managing complex stage-gate governance processes and coordinating multi-disciplinary input.
Key Responsibilities of the Proposals Manager
* Convert client discussions into live opportunities
* Produce initial budget estimates and draft contract documentation
* Manage project initiation activities including timesheet and SharePoint setup
* Define project scopes, validate need statements, and develop early-stage cost estimates
* Coordinate integrated project teams
* Lead technical reviews, RFI coordination, and design option analysis
* Chair progress meetings and manage stakeholder engagement
* Oversee design-to-cost integration, technical clarification processes, and support the Cost Assurance process
* Commercial & Contractual Management
* Programme & Planning co-ordination
* Manage interfaces with utilities, landowners, planning authorities, and ecological/environmental bodies
* Lead structured handover to Delivery Team
Ideal Requirements of the Proposals Manager
* Experience in pre-construction, proposals, or project initiation within large infrastructure or utilities environments
* Demonstrated experience working across multiple stakeholders, disciplines, and contract stages
* Strong understanding of design development, estimating, procurement, and risk management
* Familiarity with complex governance procedures and framework contract environments
* Comfortable chairing meetings and presenting at senior levels
* Experience within water or regulated utilities sectors
* Knowledge of the Risk & Value (R&V) process, NEC contracts, and Early Contractor Involvement (ECI)
* Working understanding of ecological, planning, and third-party land requirements
* Degree in Civil Engineering, Project Management, or related field
On offer is a fantastic carer opportunity with a 1stclass employer coupled with a highly competitive salary package
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