Proposals Manager

Aldwych Consulting Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A multidisciplinary main contractor is seeking a Proposals / Bid Manager to manage the entire bid process in a collaborative and vibrant environment. The position requires strong organisational skills and a proven track record in tender submissions, with a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
• Strong proficiency in InDesign and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent proofreading and content editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle, from PQQs to tender submissions.
• Set internal deadlines and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and refine content.

Skills

Organisational skills

Proofreading

Editing

Stakeholder Management

Education

Experience in Main Contracting

5 years' experience in a similar role

Tools

InDesign

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Photoshop

Illustrator

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Proposals /Bid Manager Position - Multi Disciplinary Main Contractor
Based in City of London | Hybrid Working

Are you a Proposal /Bid Manager looking for a new challenge?
Do you enjoy working in a small collaborative team in a fast paced environment?
Are you keen on creating high-quality tender submissions and building strong internal relationships?

About the Company

My client is a multidisciplinary main contractor with a strong reputation for delivering excellence across a diverse range of sectors. With a strong pipeline of work with repeat clients, they are keen to expand the business and are keen to bring a Proposal or Bid Manager to help them with the growth. Operating across commercial new builds, fit-outs, industrial spaces and residential, they are keen to cater for a supportive environment for their staff with a focus on wellbeing and development

About the Role

As a Proposals /Bid Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the entire bid process from inception to submission. Working as part of a small, dynamic team, you'll ensure high-quality proposals are delivered on time, aligned with client expectations and internal standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle, from PQQs to tender return submissions
• Schedule and chair bid launch and regular progress meetings
• Interpret client deliverables and scoring matrices to guide bid strategies
• Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to gather and refine content
• Set internal deadlines, monitor progress, and hold bid team members accountable
• Proofread, edit, and enhance content to ensure clarity, consistency, and quality
• Create compelling mid and post-tender presentations
• Contribute to and help maintain a library of submission information for future bids

Requirements

• Ideally a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within a main contracting environment
• Strong proficiency in InDesign and Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of SharePoint is advantageous
• Experience with Photoshop and Illustrator is beneficial but not essential
• Proven track record in managing PQQs and tender return submissions
• Strong organisational skills with a methodical approach to managing multiple bids
• Ability to manage stakeholders effectively and communicate at all levels
• Detail-oriented with excellent proofreading and content editing skills
• Competitive salary of up to £65,000 plus a comprehensive package
• Hybrid working model for better work-life balance
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant City of London location
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Career growth opportunities within a well-established, reputable company

If you're ready to join a company that values excellence, fosters strong relationships, and invests in its people, apply now to become part of their team!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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