Bid Manager

Hill & Hill Recruitment Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction recruitment agency seeks an experienced Bid Manager to lead the tendering process for high-end refurbishment projects in Mayfair, Greater London. Candidates should have over 4 years in the UK construction industry, strong writing and communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This role offers competitive salary and opportunities for long-term growth in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunity for growth

Collaborative working culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a Bid Manager or Bid Coordinator role within the UK construction industry.
• Exposure to high-end refurbishment, fit-out, or heritage projects.
• Ability to manage multiple live bids.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end bid process from enquiry through to submission.
• Write, edit, and tailor high-quality content for proposals.
• Ensure all deadlines are met while maintaining presentation standards.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

InDesign

Job description

High-End Refurbishment & Heritage Projects
Location: Mayfair, Greater London
Salary: £50,000 £60,000 per annum + benefits
Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Overview
We are recruiting for a Bid Manager to join a long-established main contractor renowned for delivering high-end refurbishment and heritage projects across London. Based in Mayfair, this role is ideal for someone who thrives in a creative, design-led environment and has a strong track record of managing the bid process for bespoke and technically complex schemes.

As Bid Manager, you ll take full ownership of the tendering process, from PQQ and ITT stages through to final submission, collaborating closely with estimating, pre-construction, and leadership teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end bid process from enquiry through to submission.
• Coordinate tender documentation, including PQQs, ITTs, and final proposals.
• Write, edit, and tailor high-quality content to meet specific client requirements.
• Work alongside Estimators, Design Managers, and Directors to develop compelling bids.
• Ensure all deadlines are met while maintaining a high standard of presentation and accuracy.
• Maintain a library of bid content and case studies for future use.

Experience & Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a Bid Manager or Bid Coordinator role within the UK construction industry.
• Previous exposure to high-end refurbishment, fit-out, or heritage projects is highly desirable.
• Strong writing, editing, and formatting skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and ability to manage multiple live bids.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and PowerPoint); experience with InDesign is an advantage.
• Confident communicator with the ability to liaise across departments and with senior stakeholders.

What s on Offer

• Salary: £50,000 £60,000, based on experience.
• Office location: Mayfair, Greater London.
• Opportunity to work on prestigious, design-focused projects.
• Long-term growth and progression in a well-established contractor.
• Supportive and collaborative working culture.

Apply Now

If you re an experienced Bid Manager ready to take the lead on exciting, design-led tenders, we d love to hear from you. Please send your CV.