Bid Manager (Hybrid) | Dynamic Architecture Practice | London

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Job summary

A leading architecture practice in London seeks a Bid Manager to own the Bids function, manage submissions, and collaborate with senior leadership on bid documents. This role offers the chance to work within a creative environment focused on design excellence and sustainability, providing a platform for professional growth. The ideal candidate will have significant bid management experience, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, autonomous working style.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of bid managing experience in architecture or construction.
• Excellent written communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects autonomously.
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid process, ensuring timely and quality submissions.
• Work with senior leadership on compelling bid documents and competition entries.
• Develop tailored structures and client proposals.

Skills

Written Communication

Project Management

Autonomous Work

Tools

Microsoft Office

InDesign

Job description

Job Description

Bid Manager | Dynamic Architecture Practice | London

The Client

Harmonic are delighted to be working with a renowned architecture practice in London in their search for a Bid Manager. Known for their innovative and high-impact designs, this practice has a strong reputation within the commercial, residential, and cultural sectors. The first role of its kind, this opportunity offers great potential to own the Bids function and assist the Partner and Director of New Business.

The firm fosters a creative working environment, with hot-desking spaces in their beautiful office based in East London. With a focus on design excellence and sustainability, they provide a platform for professional growth within a dynamic, forward-thinking studio.

The Role

This Bid Manager role is a key position within the practice, responsible for managing the entire bid process from start to finish. The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal and Senior Team to manage high-quality bid documents, PQQs, and competition entries.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of bid managing experience in the architecture or construction sectors, with excellent written communication skills and the ability to manage multiple projects autonomously. The role also offers the opportunity to foster press relationships and pursue networking and speaking engagements for the senior team.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the full bid process, ensuring timely and quality submissions.
• Work with senior leadership to on compelling bid documents, PQQs, competition entries, and case studies.
• Oversee the development of tailored structures and client proposals.
• Build a strong understanding of the sector and the firm's unique offering.

What our client needs to see (required):

• At least 3 years of bid managing experience
• Experience within the architectural, interior design or construction sectors
• Excellent written communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and InDesign
• A proactive and self-motivated attitude, with the ability to work autonomously

What we’d like to see:

• Interest in the architecture industry

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 + benefits

Start Date: ASAP

Location: London (hybrid)

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