Hybrid Proposal Manager for Complex Projects

AtkinsRéalis; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our Complex Projects bid team in the UK. You will lead end-to-end bid management, coordinating with technical leads and win-work colleagues to deliver persuasive, compliant proposals for multi-disciplinary programmes.

You will shape winning strategies, drive proposal development, ensure quality and compliance, and support post-submission activities, while managing multiple bids under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in business, engineering or related field.
• End-to-end bid and proposal management experience in engineering or professional services.
• Proven track record across large, complex bids in infrastructure, energy, or regulated sectors.
• Ability to coordinate with senior technical and commercial stakeholders and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage bids and proposals end to end, from strategy to submission.
• Lead bid planning, scheduling, and team coordination.
• Coordinate inputs from technical SMEs to produce compliant content.
• Perform quality reviews and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Support post-submission activities including clarifications.
• Promote continuous improvement and lessons learned.

Skills

Bid management

Proposal writing

Stakeholder management

Project management

Communications

AI tools

Education

Degree or equivalent

Business development cert

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI writing tools

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Proposal Manager to join our Complex Projects bid team in the UK. You will lead end-to-end bid management, coordinating with technical leads and win-work colleagues to deliver persuasive, compliant proposals for multi-disciplinary programmes.

You will shape winning strategies, drive proposal development, ensure quality and compliance, and support post-submission activities, while managing multiple bids under tight deadlines.