Bid Manager
The Opportunity
In this role, you will take ownership of the full bid lifecycle, ensuring high-quality submissions are prepared and delivered to both existing and prospective clients. You will be accountable for submitting completed tenders on time and within agreed budgets, making certain that every requirement is addressed thoroughly and professionally to maximise our chances of success.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Coordinating and overseeing all stages of the tender process.
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Providing clear leadership and direction throughout each bid, inspiring collaboration and focus across contributors.
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Developing effective win strategies and structured writing plans to produce compelling, high-quality submissions.
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Working closely with the wider business to translate our operational strengths into meaningful customer benefits within proposals.
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Shaping and presenting our commercial and programme approach as part of each tender strategy.
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Supporting and guiding members of the bid team to ensure consistency and excellence in delivery.
About You
You will be an experienced Bid Manager with a strong record of securing profitable projects, ideally bringing prior operational experience at Project Manager level or similar. Educated to degree level (or equivalent), you will have a comprehensive understanding of the tendering process and the ability to research clients and projects in detail.
You will be confident in identifying client priorities, articulating our unique strengths and tailoring submissions to reflect key drivers and expectations. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, or a comparable design platform, is required to support the production of professional, high-quality documents.
A full UK driving licence is essential for this role.
What We Offer
We are committed to supporting our people both professionally and personally. We recognise the importance of achieving a positive work-life balance and provide flexibility and support to help our colleagues manage family and personal commitments.
Our benefits package includes:
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Pension contributions matched up to 6%
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26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 8 years’ service, alongside a holiday purchase scheme
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Private healthcare cover
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Life assurance up to four times basic salary
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Financial recognition of up to £1,000 for professional qualifications or memberships
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Mental wellbeing and employee assistance support
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Access to high street discounts via our People Portal
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Long service awards
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Sharesave plan and incentive scheme
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Enhanced family leave and additional benefits
About Our Business
We deliver construction services nationwide across a broad range of public and private sector markets. Our focus is on achieving outstanding outcomes for our clients, partners and teams.
Our leadership team is dedicated to building a sustainable and profitable business through selective, relationship-led growth, driven by talented people who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Strong, long-term relationships with clients and supply chain partners sit at the heart of our strategy. We pursue a balanced approach to winning new work, prioritising frameworks and partnerships that foster repeat business and enduring collaboration