Bid Manager

Manpower; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Training opportunities

Company events

Annual leave enhancements

Team recognition

Job summary

Manpower in Belfast is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to oversee high-quality bid responses for mechanical, electrical, energy and renewable projects. You will manage the full bid lifecycle, collaborate with subject matter experts, and ensure compliance with client specifications and tender criteria.

The role requires strong writing and organisational skills, excellent time management, and a full UK driving licence, with occasional travel to Portadown.

Qualifications

• Public sector bid management experience.
• Public sector bid writing experience.
• Excellent time management under deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills and reliability.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Collaborative approach and team focus.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word/Outlook/Excel).

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle from opportunity review to submission.
• Lead preparation and submission of public and private sector bids.
• Produce clear, concise bid content within deadlines.
• Review and enhance existing bid materials for quality.
• Collaborate with SMEs to gather evidence and docs.
• Ensure submissions comply with tender instructions.
• Prepare supporting materials for bid presentations.
• Maintain and improve the bid library with case studies.
• Provide guidance to colleagues to develop bid-writing skills.

Skills

Bid management

Bid writing

Time management

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Team collaboration

Driving licence (UK)

Education

Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Bid Manager

Location: Belfast Office (with occasional travel to Portadown)

About the Role

Due to continued growth within our Bid and Marketing team, we are seeking an experienced and talented Bid Manager to join our Belfast office. This newly created role will be responsible for managing and delivering high-quality bids across a range of mechanical, electrical, energy, and renewable installation and maintenance projects. The successful candidate will possess strong bid management and bid writing skills, with the ability to produce compelling, winning submissions for both public and private sector opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity review and qualification through to submission and mobilisation.
• Lead the preparation and submission of public and private sector bids, ensuring full compliance with client specifications and requirements.
• Produce clear, concise, and persuasive bid content within strict deadlines.
• Review, edit, and enhance existing bid materials to maximise quality and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and internal stakeholders to gather evidence, technical information, and supporting documentation.
• Ensure all submissions are fully compliant with tender instructions and evaluation criteria.
• Prepare supporting materials and content for bid presentations and interviews.
• Maintain and continuously improve the company's bid library, including case studies, project profiles, and team CVs, working closely with the marketing team.
• Provide guidance and support to colleagues, helping to develop bid-writing capabilities across the wider team.

Essential Criteria

• Proven experience in public sector bid management.
• Proven experience in public sector bid writing.
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to work effectively under pressure and to demanding deadlines.
• Strong organisational skills with high levels of accountability, integrity, reliability, and professionalism.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to team success.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Desirable Criteria

Whilst not essential, the following would be advantageous:

• Third-level qualification (degree or equivalent).
• Previous experience within the construction, facilities management, mechanical, or electrical sectors.
• A minimum of three years' experience in a similar bid management or bid writing role.

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• The opportunity to work alongside industry experts.
• Health Cash Plan, including dental and optical benefits.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.
• Additional annual leave entitlement based on length of service.
• Team-building activities and company events.
• Monthly employee recognition awards with monetary rewards.
• Comprehensive health, wellbeing, and social events programme.
• Long service awards.
• Enhanced marriage leave.
• Holiday buy-back scheme.
• Kingsbridge Membership Club benefits.