Proposals Manager

Alexander Associates; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water infrastructure is seeking a Proposals Manager for a 12-month contract in Brighton, offering a hybrid working model. The role involves leading proposal development and managing complex projects, requiring strong expertise in the UK water sector and excellent team coordination skills.

Benefits

Long-term project involvement

Competitive daily rate

Flexible hybrid model

Opportunity to work with a respected delivery partner

Qualifications

• Proven track record in proposal or bid management within the UK water or utilities sector.
• Strong understanding of commercial, estimating, procurement, and planning processes.
• Experience leading or supporting multi-disciplinary teams on complex infrastructure programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of proposals, budget estimates, and contract documents for early-stage engagements.
• Coordinate estimating, procurement, and technical reviews across stakeholders.
• Manage risk, programme planning, and environmental/utility constraints.

Skills

Bid management

Client interaction

Cross-functional coordination

Job description

Job Title: Proposals Manager
Contract Length: 12 Months
Location: Brighton (Hybrid Working)
Rate: GBP500/day (Outside IR35)
Sector: Water / Infrastructure / Utilities

We are currently seeking a Proposals Manager to join a high–profile water infrastructure delivery alliance on a 12–month contract basis. This role offers a blend of office and remote working, supporting strategic project initiation and tender planning across a broad programme of essential works.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development of proposals, budget estimates, and contract documents for early–stage (ECI/PSSC) engagements
• Guide projects through Southern Water s Investment Decision process (ID1 ID3)
• Develop execution plans, tranche strategies, and governance documentation
• Coordinate estimating, procurement, and technical reviews across stakeholders
• Manage risk, programme planning, and environmental/utility constraints
• Oversee site surveys and ensure SHEQ compliance and documentation are in place
• Facilitate smooth handover into Stage–2 Main Works Contract delivery

Requirements:

• Proven track record in proposal or bid management within the UK water or utilities sector
• Strong understanding of commercial, estimating, procurement, and planning processes
• Skilled in client interaction, governance documentation, and cross–functional coordination
• Experience leading or supporting multi–disciplinary teams on complex infrastructure programmes

Benefits:

• Long–term project involvement with significant industry impact
• Competitive GBP500/day rate
• Flexible hybrid model office collaboration and remote autonomy
• Opportunity to work with a respected delivery partner in the regulated sector

Apply now with your updated CV or contact us for more information. Interviews are taking place shortly.