Bids/Proposals Project Manager – Middle East (UK based)

AtkinsRéalis; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Flexible holidays

Training & development

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in the UK seeks a proactive Bid/Proposal Project Manager to coordinate end‑to‑end bid activities, liaise with major clients, and lead strategy and delivery for creative campaigns. You will plan budgets, timelines and resources while collaborating with PMs, AMs and discipline leads across regional and global teams.

The role requires strong communication, rigorous project management and the ability to work across time zones, including Dubai ME clients.

Qualifications

• Proven bid/proposal management experience in in-house/creative agency or similar.
• Excellent project management skills with budgets, estimates and schedules.
• Strong client management and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience in work-winning/business development and client engagement.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and compliance in projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate and deliver high‑quality bids to support growth strategy.
• Plan budgets, timelines and resource requirements for bids.
• Act as central contact for ME clients and UK team.
• Ensure bids meet client instructions and governance standards.
• Develop bid plans, schedules and maintain documentation.
• Monitor bid performance with KPIs and dashboards.
• Post‑project reviews to capture lessons and improvements.

Skills

Bid management

Project management

Client management

Budgeting & scheduling

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

monday.com (bonus)

Tools

monday.com

Job description

Creative Design – who are we?

We are a multi‑discipline, talented team of over 80 people, including UX/UI designers, graphic designers, animators, visualisers, real‑time and web developers all over the globe. By harnessing outstanding, innovative and creative talent we transform the way our clients communicate, connect and engage with their projects. We have successfully collaborated with SNC‑Lavalin’s clients including MoD, EDF, National Highways, Transport for London, HS2 and the Environment Agency to provide world‑class solutions. People join our in‑house agency to work on an exhilarating scope of projects while having a positive impact on the world. We recognise that we work in a fast‑paced environment, so there are many ways we care for each other’s wellbeing, from championing mental health to promoting flexible working and keeping active together.

Overview

Make great projects happen. If you want to support projects that create a better future for the planet and its people, it doesn’t get much bigger than this. From Birmingham to Bangalore, Creative Design is an international team collaborating to bring tomorrow’s spaces to life through pioneering digital solutions – from web and apps to virtual reality and the metaverse. When you join us, your problem‑solving, people skills and ability to support and lead projects will put you right at the heart. Liaising between creatives, account managers and major clients, you’ll help drive ground‑breaking campaigns, such as creating a new brand that aims to solve the UK’s housing crisis or developing a gamified e‑learning experience for a government client.

Your role

• Reporting to our Lead Project Manager, you will plan and budget exciting projects from start through to delivery, act as the key contact with major clients and stakeholders, and build strong, long‑lasting relationships through excellent communication skills. You’ll thrive in teams, working with PMs, AMs and discipline leads to redefine approaches, costs and timelines.
• The Bids/Proposal Project Manager is responsible for leading, coordinating and delivering high‑quality, compelling bids that support the organisation’s growth strategy. This role ensures all bid activities are managed efficiently, deadlines are met and submissions are aligned with client requirements and internal governance standards.
• Lead the end‑to‑end management of bid documentation production and some creative campaigns, including strategy, production and delivery.
• Develop and maintain detailed bid plans, schedules and resource requirements.
• Ensure bids are delivered on time, to a high standard and in line with client instructions and evaluation criteria.
• Act as the central point of contact for ME clients but based in the UK.
• Define project scope, goals, deliverables and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage multiple high‑priority projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards.
• Facilitate alignment between regional and global teams to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
• Drive the adoption of tools and technologies that improve collaboration and project tracking.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans to address them proactively.
• Monitor and report on project performance using KPIs and dashboards.
• Conduct post‑project reviews to identify successes, lessons learned and areas for improvement.
• Provide data‑driven insights to inform future creative strategies.
• You will be UK based but will be working directly with our team based in Dubai, working with ME clients. This role will involve working across different time zones and understanding regional nuances.

About You

• Proven experience managing bids, tenders or proposals in an in‑house/creative agency or similar.
• Excellent project management skills, with experience managing budgets, estimates and schedules.
• Strong client management skills with the proven ability to add value.
• Experience of work‑winning/business development and building strong client relationships (look & feel, film/animation, supporting innovative assets).
• Strong problem‑solving/troubleshooting skills.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail with a strong focus on quality and compliance.
• Confidence working with senior stakeholders and cross‑functional, global teams.
• Experience of using monday.com would be a bonus but not essential.

Rewards & Benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. Combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organisation. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Additional Information

Security clearance: This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to or include details of any current or previously held security clearance in your application or CV.

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. We offer a range of family‑friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and abilities. As a Disability Confident Leader we are committed to offering an interview to all applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you would like to be considered under this commitment, please let us know at the application stage.