Senior Bid Manager

Stantec Consulting International Ltd.; Warrington; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus schemes

Enhanced pension plan

Private medical insurance

Discounted gym membership

Annual leave options

Job summary

Stantec Consulting International Ltd. is seeking a Senior Bid Manager based in Warrington to lead strategic bid proposals in the Water and Energy sectors. The role demands exceptional time management and collaboration skills, enabling you to work effectively with engineers and graphic designers.

Your influence will shape project submissions and market positioning while fostering a culture of excellence within the team. Competitive salary and benefits along with flexible working arrangements are part of this exciting opportunity.

Qualifications

• Development of complex proposals and narratives for bidding.
• Management of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to secure projects.

Responsibilities

• Transforming technical expertise into compelling narratives.
• Shaping the growth of Water and Energy businesses.
• Inspiring and upskilling team members.

Skills

Excellent time management

Coordination and organisational skills

Excellent level of written English

Ability to engage with various professionals

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Teamwork and independence

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Calm under pressure

Education

BSc/MSc in business management, marketing or environmental/engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker with a knack for orchestrating complex proposals? Stantec is looking for a Senior Bid Manager to join our high‑performing Marketing Services team in Warrington.

About the Role

You will sit at the heart of our Water and Energy & Resources sectors, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of marketing professionals and graphic designers. This isn’t just about managing documents; it’s about winning the projects that shape our future—from massive water treatment works and hydroelectric schemes to cutting‑edge smart water networks and business transformation projects.

Your Impact

As our Senior Bid Manager, your influence extends far beyond the final submission document. You will be the strategic catalyst that transforms technical expertise into compelling, winning narratives, directly shaping the growth and footprint of our Water and Energy businesses. By challenging the status quo and extracting the very best from our technical experts, you will elevate our market positioning and secure the landmark projects. Your leadership will not only drive commercial success but will also inspire and upskill the wider bidding team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement across the region.

About You

BSc/MSc in business management, marketing or environmental/engineering related discipline is desirable and you have the following:

• Excellent time management, coordination and organisational skills
• Excellent level of written English
• Ability to effectively engage/collaborate with a wide variety of professionals from a range of disciplines at various levels of the business
• Ability to manage a variety of tasks and projects simultaneously
• Work both as part of a team, and independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint) and Adobe Acrobat
• Calmness whilst working under pressure to tight deadlines

Why Join Us

• We put people first: We’re proud of our friendly, inclusive and collaborative environment where everyone feels valued and driven to succeed.
• We are driven to achieve: Named in the top 50 companies to work by Glassdoor 2025. Recognised by Corporate Knights as one of the world’s top 10 most sustainable companies 2025. Named ‘Best Place to Work’ and ‘International Consulting Firm of the Year’ at the NCE Awards 2024.
• We do what is right: Industry leading training and development as well as paid for professional subscriptions. A professional progression plan, supporting you to become chartered with ICE.
• We are better together: A supportive and collaborative team environment and Early Careers peer group and wider ERG network (see more on our ERGs here: Stantec Employee Resource Groups)
• Growth: We’re on an exciting growth journey across the UK & Ireland – we want you to be part of it!
• Great Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus schemes, enhanced pension plan, annual leave with the option to buy/sell additional days, private medical insurance, group income protection & life assurance included as standard as well as discounted gym membership and lots more.
• Flexible working: Enjoy a healthy work‑life balance with our hybrid approach to flexible working.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment.

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