Marketing & Bid Coordinator

Bowdon Associates Limited; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction contractor is seeking a Marketing & Bid Coordinator in Wilmslow to enhance brand presence and support business development efforts. The role involves graphic design, client engagement, and managing bid proposals in a fast-paced environment. This position offers opportunities to contribute creatively while supporting the healthcare construction sector.

Benefits

23 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contributory company pension scheme

Subsidised gym membership

Health and wellbeing support

Cycle to work scheme

Early finish on a Friday

Discretionary bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Strong graphic design skills, proficient in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design bespoke case studies for projects.
• Support the bid team in writing and compiling bid documents.
• Manage and optimise the company CRM system.

Skills

Graphic Design

Communication

Attention to Detail

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Title: Marketing & Bid Coordinator

Location: Wilmslow

Salary: GBP30,000 - GBP38,000

The Client

Our client are a privately owned Principal Contractor, adapting Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) to deliver high specification-built environments and projects that require a specialist level of construction co-ordination. They specialise in healthcare and are looking for a Marketing & Bid Coordinator to join their team.

The Role of Marketing & Bid Coordinator

We are seeking a Marketing & Bid Coordinator with strong graphic design skills to support our clients business development, marketing, and bid functions. This multifaceted role plays a key part in enhancing our clients brand presence, improving client engagement, and securing future work through impactful content and strategic communication.

Marketing & Communications

• Develop and design bespoke case studies for completed construction projects and pre-construction activities, showcasing our capabilities and successes.
• Create visually engaging marketing materials and brochures to promote new sectors, services, and workstreams.
• Coordinate and send out targeted email campaigns and mailshots to current and prospective clients, aligned with business development strategy.
• Design and produce high-quality presentations tailored for client meetings, conferences, or digital distribution.

Bid & Proposal Support

• Support the bid team in writing, designing, and compiling compelling bid documents, PQQs, and tender responses.
• Assist with the collation of CVs, case studies, and supporting documentation for submission packs.

Client Relationship & Framework Management

• Support in the management and optimisation of the company CRM system, ensuring accuracy and usability for the wider team.
• Assist in framework management, tracking key dates, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
• Monitor portals and industry bulletins for new opportunities and prequalification notices, feeding relevant leads to the business development team.

Events & Industry Engagement

• Help plan, prepare for, and attend industry events, exhibitions, and client networking opportunities.
• Ensure branding, promotional items, and collateral are aligned with company image and messaging.

Essential Skills & Attributes

• Strong graphic design skills - proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or equivalent.
• Excellent written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident communicator - comfortable engaging with internal teams and external clients.

Desirable

• Experience in construction, property, or infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with bid portals (e.g., Proactis, Delta, Contracts Finder).
• Understanding of framework management and procurement processes.

Personal Attributes

• An eagerness to learn about healthcare construction and technical modular building techniques
• Excellent interpersonal skills for collaborating with various teams and stakeholders.

What we offer

• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Contributory company pension scheme
• Subsidised gym membership
• Health and wellbeing support
• Cycle to work scheme
• Yearly Appraisals and Check-ins check-ins
• Service awards
• Social events
• Early finish on a Friday
• Discretionary bonus scheme