MEP Bid Manager

Coleman James; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Profit share

Flexible working

Car allowance / company car

Travel to sites

Private Medical

Pension 6%

Learning and development

Maternity/paternity leave

Job summary

Coleman James is seeking an MEP Bid Manager to lead bid processes from initial engagement through to final submission. The role involves coordinating capture planning, solution development and commercial responses, with cross-functional collaboration to ensure a clear win strategy.

The role requires travel across the UK to support bids and governance activities, with a base in Sunderland. DBS check may be required at offer stage, and a strong focus on delivering robust, compliant bids is

Qualifications

• Experience leading full bid processes in the MEP sector.
• Ability to coordinate capture planning, solution design and commercial responses.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and governance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead all elements of the bid process from engagement to submission.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure a robust win strategy.
• Support governance during PCSA/ECI periods on projects up to £150m.

Skills

Bid management

MEP sector

Travel availability

Leadership of bids

Job description

We are working with a highly established contractor who are looking for a MEP Bid Manager with solid experience in bid management within the MEP sector to join their team in the North East.

In this role, you'll lead all elements of the bid process (capture planning, solution, quality response, commercial/pricing, presentations) from early engagement through to final submission. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business to bring clarity, structure and direction to each bid, ensuring every aspect is thought through and aligned to a robust win strategy.

Workload dependant, you will also support their operational teams to satisfy the businesses governance requirements during PCSA / ECI periods of projects up to the value of circa £150m!

The role is based in Sunderland and as you will be leading bids across the UK there will be a requirement to travel to/work from other offices as required to support bids, manage internal governance or meet customers and designers.

What we will offer you:

• Competitive salary & profit share scheme
• Flexible working
• Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade)
• Travel covered to any sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates)
• Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 6% employers' contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more…
• Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression.
• Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity.

Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage if successful.