Bid Manager (Remote)

JR United Kingdom; Brighton; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E and building services contractor in the UK is seeking a proactive Bid Manager. This pivotal role involves managing the entire bid process and requires expertise in bid management within the construction sector. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and a solid understanding of mechanical and electrical services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid management within M&E or construction industry.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple bids under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full bid lifecycle and ensure timely submissions.
• Collaborate with management to devise winning strategies.
• Conduct post-bid reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Bid Management

Market Analysis

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Commercial Awareness

Education

APMP or equivalent bid management certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bid Software

Job description

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We are partnered with a leading M&E and building services contractor renowned for delivering high-quality, innovative, and sustainable solutions across commercial, industrial, and residential sectors. With a strong reputation in the industry, they are looking for a proactive and growth minded individual to join their growing business.

The Opportunity:

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Bid Manager to join their team, which is based in Leatherhead. This pivotal role involves managing the end-to-end bid process, from initial opportunity identification to final submission, ensuring high-quality, competitive, and compliant proposals that align with our business growth objectives. This can be predominately a remote role, with office travel required every few weeks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Bid Management: Oversee the full bid lifecycle, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.
• Strategy Development: Collaborate with senior management to devise winning bid strategies that highlight our unique selling points and meet client requirements.
• Content Creation: Contribute to the writing and editing of proposals, ensuring clarity, coherence, and alignment with client needs.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with internal teams, including estimating, procurement, and project management, to gather necessary information for bids.
• Market Analysis: Research and analyse market trends, competitor activity, and client needs to strengthen bid proposals.
• Compliance: Ensure all bids adhere to industry standards, regulations, and client expectations.
• Continuous Improvement: Conduct post-bid reviews to identify areas for improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in bid management within the M&E or construction industry.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical building services, including design, installation, and project delivery.
• Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to create compelling bid responses.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to develop competitive pricing strategies.
• Experience managing multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in bid software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
• APMP or equivalent bid management certification is desirable.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and experienced Bid Manager looking to join a dynamic team, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to [emailprotected]