Assistant Bidding Manager

ENGINEERINGUK; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the engineering sector is seeking an Assistant Bidding Manager to support the bid process and manage tender responses. This role involves project management, research, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure high-quality proposals. Ideal candidates will possess strong organizational skills and a degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written English with editing skills.
• Ability to manage delivery through colleagues and external suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support the bid process and deliver tender responses.
• Conduct research on clients and projects.
• Coordinate meetings and manage bid activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project coordination

Written English

Client focus

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

SharePoint

Mural

Qorus

Adobe InDesign

Job description

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View more categories | View less categories | Sector: Sales and Business Development | Role: Assistant | Contract Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating responsible places that bring transformative impact to our people, communities, and societies worldwide. To learn more about our purpose, culture, and priorities, visit our strategy site.

Our values shape how we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey. They are:

• Safety first - Going home safe and well
• Client focus - Deliver on our promise
• Integrity - Always do the right thing
• Create opportunity - For our people to excel

The Assistant Bidding Manager will support the business by planning and managing the bid process and delivering tender responses aligned with the company's brand, position, and processes. This role is a 12-month maternity cover, assisting the bid lead in translating win strategies and business objectives into compelling, error-free documents and presentations. The role involves project managing bid activities, coordinating meetings, collation of corporate information, and administrative tasks within the Mace Bid Process.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting workshops and research to analyze client goals, drivers, and ambitions, aligned with Mace governance.
• Reviewing tender documentation to support relevant priorities.
• Conducting detailed research on clients, projects, scope, stakeholders, and competitors.
• Following the Mace Bid Process to deliver high-quality, client-focused proposals.
• Analyzing tender documents to define client requirements, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Supporting bid planning, monitoring progress, and highlighting interdependencies.
• Coordinating internal and external progress meetings.
• Disseminating and responding to client tender clarifications.
• Assisting in drafting standard content, CVs, and project profiles.
• Proofreading and editing responses for compliance and clarity.
• Ensuring reviews and sign-offs are completed per process.
• Creating supporting content such as printed models and presentations.
• Capturing new content in the Work Winning Content Hub.
• Sharing lessons learned and best practices.
• Supporting initiatives to improve team performance and capability.
• Contributing to the goal of net zero carbon transition by managing associated emissions.

Minimum requirements:

• Strong organizational and project coordination skills.
• Excellent written English with editing skills.
• Ability to manage delivery through colleagues and external suppliers.
• Empathy and client focus.
• Positive challenge and influence skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint, and familiarity with Mural and Qorus tools.
• Degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience.
• Commitment to stakeholder care, detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable.
• Excellent communication skills and professional appearance.

Preferred additional skills:

• Understanding of professional services or building/property industries.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign.
• Membership in professional bodies such as APMP or CIM.

Mace is an inclusive employer welcoming candidates from diverse backgrounds. Even if you do not meet all criteria, consider applying for this or other roles. We are open to part-time, flexible, and hybrid working arrangements.