Senior Bid Manager

United Living Group; Warrington; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

United Infrastructure is seeking a Senior Bid Manager to lead complex submissions for major infrastructure projects in energy and water sectors. You will drive strategy, coordinate cross-functional teams, and craft compelling, client-focused responses that differentiate our offering.

Join a team delivering critical water and energy infrastructure upgrades, with emphasis on high-quality proposals, win themes, and evidence-based case studies across live projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in bid management within construction, engineering, or major infrastructure projects.
• Exceptional writing skills and ability to craft client-focused submissions.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams and drive collaboration across functions.
• Proven track record of managing end-to-end bid processes on high-value projects.
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to articulate win themes and value propositions.
• Passionate about shaping energy and water infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead bid strategy sessions, kick-off meetings, workshops, and senior review panels.
• Interpret client requirements and translate them into winning, compliant responses.
• Coach and mentor junior bid managers and writers within the team.
• Oversee production of compelling, well-structured bid responses that differentiate the offering.
• Work with directors and subject matter experts to define win themes and value propositions.
• Manage multiple complex bids simultaneously ensuring consistency and quality.
• Engage with live projects to gather evidence for persuasive case studies.

Skills

Bid management

Writing skills

Team leadership

End-to-end bids

Strategic thinking

Infrastructure experience

Education

Degree in relevant subject

APMP Practitioner

Job description

Job Description

We have an exciting Senior Bid Manager opportunity within our Infrastructure Services division, working with some of the country's largest network operators and private sector clients.

Are you interested in driving the clean energy transition? The UK is rapidly moving towards new energy solutions that are greener and less carbon-intensive. Our team delivers the engineering, construction, and maintenance of these critical energy infrastructure systems. In this role, you will be pivotal in shaping and winning the bids that enable these systems to fuel businesses, keep homes warm, and support sustainable energy generation.

Are you passionate about improving the water quality of our rivers? We are committed to enhancing the UK's water systems through clean and dirty water infrastructure upgrades. We design, install, repair, and commission solutions that address the challenges of an increasing population and changing climate. As a Senior Bid Manager, you will lead complex submissions that directly impact the quality of clean water for homes and businesses, reduce flooding during heavy rainfall, and protect our natural environment.

We Are Interested In Hearing From Candidates Who

• Have extensive experience in bid management within construction, engineering, or major infrastructure projects
• Possess exceptional writing skills and the ability to craft compelling, client-focused submissions
• Are adept at leading multi-disciplinary teams and driving collaboration across functions
• Have a proven track record of managing end-to-end bid processes, ideally on high-value or complex projects
• Bring strategic thinking and the ability to articulate clear win themes and value propositions
• Are passionate about shaping the future of energy and water systems through innovative infrastructure solutions

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and facilitating bid strategy sessions, kick‑off meetings, workshops, and senior review panels
• Interpreting client requirements and translating them into winning strategies and compliant responses
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing junior bid managers and writers within the team
• Overseeing the production of compelling, well‑structured responses that differentiate our offering
• Working closely with directors, subject matter experts, and delivery teams to define win themes and value propositions
• Managing multiple complex bids simultaneously, ensuring consistency, compliance, and quality
• Engaging with live projects to gather insight and evidence for persuasive case studies and success stories

Join us at United Infrastructure today and be part of our mission to deliver innovative and sustainable solutions to the complex infrastructure needs of the UK.

Please note that United Living has rebranded to United Infrastructure. Our LinkedIn landing page will still display as "United Living," but when you click “Apply,” it will redirect to "United Infrastructure.

Qualifications

• A degree in a relevant subject (e.g., English, marketing, engineering, or construction) or equivalent demonstrable experience
• Significant experience in bid management, ideally within infrastructure, utilities, or engineering services
• Professional certification and/or formal bid management training (e.g., APMP Practitioner or higher) is highly desirable
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills