Head of Submissions

Kier Group plc.; Waterbeach; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Kier Group plc. is seeking a Head of Submissions to provide strategic and operational leadership for our submissions function in Waterbeach, Cambridge (with flexibility for other bases).

You will deliver high-quality, client-focused submissions across bid cycles and collaborate with Business Development, Pre-Construction, Operations and our Centre of Excellence to win work. You will lead, coach and develop the submissions team, establishing governance, standards and processes to ensure timely,

Qualifications

• Experience leading submissions for high-value opportunities.
• Strong written communication and editorial judgement.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Experience with governance and quality assurance in submissions.

Responsibilities

• Set submissions strategy, standards and operating model for the business unit.
• Act as the senior submissions authority for strategically important, high-value and complex opportunities.
• Partner with teams across the business to develop winning strategies and client-focused submissions.
• Establish governance and quality assurance arrangements to ensure submissions are accurate, compliant and delivered to programme.
• Leading, coaching and developing the submissions team, creating an inclusive, high-performing culture.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Proposal writing

Editorial judgement

People leadership

Job description

Location: Waterbeach, Cambridge (could also be based out of Birmingham, Castle Donington or Stansted)Hours: 37.5 per week - some flexibility on hours available if desired, just let us know when you speak to us.

We are unable to offer certificates of sponsorship to any candidates in this role.

This is an exciting opportunity to provide strategic and operational leadership for our submissions function. You'll ensure we deliver high-quality, compelling and consistent work-winning submissions that support sustainable growth. Working collaboratively across Business Development, Pre-Construction, Operations and our Clients & Markets Centre of Excellence, you'll use market insight, client feedback and performance data to continuously improve submission quality and enhance our work-winning performance. You'll champion best practice, innovation and knowledge sharing, ensuring we maintain a competitive advantage and deliver an excellent client experience throughout the procurement process.

What will you be responsible for?

As a Head of Submissions, you'll be working within the team, supporting them in delivering consistent, high-quality work-winning performance. Your day to day will include:

• Setting the submissions strategy, standards and operating model for the business unit
• Acting as the senior submissions authority for strategically important, high-value and complex opportunities
• Partnering with teams across the business to develop winning strategies and compelling, client-focused submissions
• Establishing governance and quality assurance arrangements to ensure submissions are accurate, compliant and delivered to programme
• Leading, coaching and developing the submissions team, creating an inclusive, high-performing culture that promotes collaboration and continuous learning

You have proven experience of leading complex, high-value or strategically important submissions

• You have a strong understanding of client evaluation processes and developing compelling, evidence-based responses
• You have demonstrable experience of influencing senior stakeholders and leading multidisciplinary contributions within deadline-driven environments
• You have strong written communication skills, editorial judgement and attention to detail
• You have strong people leadership experience, including resource planning, coaching and capability development