Bid Manager

VolkerWessels UK; Worcester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual leave

Birthday day off

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Training opportunities

Flexible working

Employee Assistance programme

Mental & physical health support

24/7 Virtual GP

Job summary

VolkerLaser, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking an experienced Bid Writer or Bid Manager to lead end-to-end bid delivery. You will work closely with operations, commercial and technical teams to develop compelling, compliant tender submissions across the UK.

The role requires strong writing ability, attention to detail and proven ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment. A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years' experience as Bid Writer or Bid Manager.
• Excellent writing ability with a focus on compelling, accurate responses.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid delivery with full compliance and governance.
• Run kick-offs and progress meetings; coordinate review stages and ensure high-quality actions.
• Plan and manage bid programmes, milestones, and deliverables across multiple bids.
• Develop bid strategies, win themes and response plans aligned to client priorities.
• Write clear, tailored bid content and collate supporting evidence.
• Coordinate information from SMEs to support technical requirements and strengthen responses.
• Produce project case studies, team CVs and technical content for bids.
• Ensure consistent messaging, tone and terminology across all bid content.

Skills

Bid writing

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Job description

VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.

About the role

Join VolkerLaser and play a key role in securing high-profile structural solutions projects across the UK. We specialise in strengthening and waterproofing concrete and steel structures, delivering tailored solutions for a wide range of clients.

We are looking for an experienced Bid Writer or Bid Manager to manage the full Bid lifecycle, producing high-quality, compelling and compliant submissions. Working closely with operational, commercial and technical teams, you'll develop tender responses, case studies, CVs and supporting documentation that showcase our expertise.

This role would suit an established Bid Writer looking to progress or an experienced Bid Manager seeking a new challenge. You'll be a strong communicator with excellent attention to detail, able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment and build effective relationships with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end bid delivery ensuring full compliance and governance
• Run kick-offs and progress meetings, coordinate review stages, and ensure actions are completed to quality standards
• Plan and manage bid programmes, milestones, dependencies and deliverables across multiple bids
• Develop bid strategies, win themes and response plans aligned to client priorities and scoring criteria
• Write clear, tailored bid content and collate supporting evidence
• Research, co-ordinate and gather information from subject matter experts to support technical requirements and enhance written responses
• Produce project case studies, team CVs and technical content for bids.
• Ensure consistent messaging, tone and terminology across all bid content.
• Handle portal queries, clarifications and document uploads.
• Arrange bid reviews and strengthen content based on feedback.
• Manage time effectively to meet review and submission deadlines.
• Contribute to lessons‑learned reviews and continuous improvement.
• Proofread and format bid content to ensure accuracy and quality.

About you

• Strong bid writing and management experience with excellent attention to detail - ideally a minimum 4 years' experience as a Bid Writer or Bid Manager
• Advanced writing ability with a focus on shaping high-quality responses and supporting content
• Highly organised, able to collaborate, influence and manage multiple deadlines and workloadsA strong sense of ownership, accountability and commitment to compliance
• Able to analyse information and communicate clearly and succinctly
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across all levels
• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team
• Proactive, eager to learn and committed to continuous improvement

Why work with us?

VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies:

Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release.

We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.