Bid Manager (Remote)

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading M&E and building services contractor seeks a proactive Bid Manager to oversee the bid process from opportunity identification to submission. The role involves strategic development, stakeholder engagement, and compliance management, suitable for remote work with occasional office travel. Ideal candidates will have experience in bid management, strong communication skills, and knowledge of mechanical and electrical services.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid management within the M&E or construction industry.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and ability to develop competitive pricing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full bid lifecycle, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.
• Collaborate with senior management on winning bid strategies.
• Contribute to writing and editing proposals.

Skills

Bid Management

Stakeholder Management

Market Analysis

Negotiation Skills

Writing Skills

Communication Skills

Education

APMP or equivalent bid management certification

Tools

Bid software

Microsoft Office

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]