Bid Manager

Build Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contractor in the social housing sector seeks an experienced Bid Manager to lead the bid process and deliver high-quality submissions. The role requires proven experience in bid management, strong writing and editing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively. This is an office-based position in London offering stability and the opportunity to influence the company’s success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing bids in the construction or social housing sector.
• Strong writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while maintaining control of timelines and deliverables.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full bid process, from initial opportunity through to submission.
• Develop and deliver compelling, high-quality bids that align with client requirements.
• Coordinate inputs from multiple stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintain a strong understanding of the social housing sector.
• Ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement across all bid activities.

Skills

Bid management

Strong writing and editing

Collaborative work

Project management

Proactive communication

Job description

Overview

Bid Manager Social Housing Contractor (Planned Works) Kent
Salary: GBP60,000 per annum
Office-based, 5 days per week

We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading contractor specialising in planned works within the social housing sector. This is a key opportunity for a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to play a pivotal role in the continued growth of the business.

Role of the Bid Manager

• Lead and manage the full bid process, from initial opportunity through to submission.

• Develop and deliver compelling, high-quality bids that align with client requirements and company objectives.

• Coordinate inputs from multiple stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met and submissions are of the highest standard.

• Maintain a strong understanding of the social housing sector and build on the company s reputation within planned works.

• Ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement across all bid activity.

Bid Manager Requirements

• Proven experience managing bids in the construction or social housing sector.

• Strong writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while maintaining control of timelines and deliverables.

• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

This is an office-based role, Monday to Friday, offering stability, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to directly influence the success of the company s pipeline.

If would like any further information, please contact Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.