Senior Bid Manager

EQUANS; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facilities management provider in Hatfield seeks a Senior Bid Manager to lead bid submissions and enhance bid quality. Responsibilities include managing tender submissions, drafting responses, and mentoring Bid Writers. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years experience in social housing bids, strong communication skills, and proficiency in MS Office. A competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Life Cover

Employee discount shopping schemes

Cycle to work scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities

Employee referral rewards

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience managing social housing bids.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Confident in working independently and escalating issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and management of bid submissions.
• Draft high-quality bid responses for clients.
• Conduct site visits to inform bid content.

Skills

Strong written communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Independence in task management

Bid portal familiarity

MS Office proficiency

Education

Degree in a related subject

APMP certification

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

InDesign

Job description

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Equans is looking for a Senior Bid Manager to join our team in Hatfield, Hertfordshire. This is a full-time role. On offer is a competitive salary, company vehicle, bonus and benefits package.

What will you deliver?

• Lead the planning, management, and completion of selection questionnaires and tender submissions across all procurement stages.
• Draft, write, and coordinate high-quality bid responses that clearly address client requirements and position Equans for success.
• Build strong internal and external relationships to gather and share information that enhances bid quality.
• Support and mentor Bid Writers, contributing to a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Conduct site visits and stakeholder interviews to inform bid content and strategy.
• Continuously improve bid processes and share best practices across the team.
• Maintain and update a library of standard responses and assist with PowerPoint presentations.
• Ensure all submissions meet company standards and are delivered on time.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary, bonus and benefit package, which includes:

• 25 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Cycle to work scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app

Who are you?

• Minimum 5 years experience managing social housing bids, ideally with a direct competitor.
• Strong written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and attention to detail.
• Confident working independently and escalating issues when needed.
• Familiar with bid portals and submission processes.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); InDesign experience is a plus.
• Desirable: Degree in a related subject, APMP certification, or membership of a chartered institute (e.g., CIOB).
• A background in graphic design, R&M, or new build bids would be advantageous.
• Ability to manage complex, high-priority bids and deliver under pressure.

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15, employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world.

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90, employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in . Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core valuesAccountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus.

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers' needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.
As part of our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act .
At Equans were committed to delivering a culture where everyones voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do.
Youll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility, Encompass, RISE, Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together, Working Parents, and Young Professionals.
For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a relocation package with this job role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.