Assistant Bidding Manager

Mace; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Mace is seeking an experienced Bid Manager for opportunities in the Middle East. You will lead end-to-end bid processes, coordinate cross-functional inputs, and ensure compliant, compelling submissions. The role supports major pursuits, manages governance, and maintains bid content libraries.

You will work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on continuous improvement and collaboration across the global pursuits network. Hybrid working options may be discussed.

Qualifications

• 3+ years bid management experience required.
• Experience managing bids in Middle East markets.
• Proficiency with InDesign; APMP knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day management of bids from qualification to submission and post-tender activities.
• Support bid managers on major pursuits.
• Review tender documentation and develop compliance matrices, response plans and bid programmes.
• Lead bid kick-off meetings, workshops, reviews and governance processes.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary inputs to ensure timely, compliant bid delivery.
• Develop, edit and enhance bid content, CVs and project profiles for client-focused submissions.
• Manage tender clarifications and responses to client queries.
• Oversee client tender portals and electronic submission processes.
• Ensure governance reviews, approvals and sign-offs are completed.
• Maintain central bid inbox and accurate opportunity pipeline.
• Maintain the Mace content hub for bids and pursuits.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple opportunities.
• Demonstrate commitment to personal development and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to Mace global pursuits network through meetings and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Bid management

Middle East market experience

InDesign

APMP

Tools

InDesign

Job description

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

You’ll Be Responsible For

• Leading the day-to-day management of bids from opportunity qualification through to submission and post-tender activities.
• Supporting bid managers on major pursuits.
• Reviewing tender documentation and developing compliance matrices, response plans and bid programmes.
• Leading bid kick-off meetings, workshops, reviews and governance processes.
• Coordinating multidisciplinary teams and technical, commercial, legal and operational inputs to ensure timely, compliant bid delivery.
• Developing, editing and enhancing bid content, CVs and project profiles to ensure submissions are compliant, client-focused and compelling.
• Managing tender clarifications and coordinating responses to client queries.
• Managing client tender portals and electronic submission processes, including bid submissions.
• Ensuring governance reviews, approvals and sign-offs are completed.
• Managing the central bid inbox and maintaining an accurate pipeline of opportunities.
• Maintaining the Mace work winning content hub.
• Working collaboratively within a fast-paced environment, managing multiple opportunities simultaneously.
• Demonstrating a proactive commitment to personal development and continuous improvement.
• Contributing to the Mace global pursuits network through team meetings, workshops and knowledge-sharing activities

You’ll Need To Have

• Minimum 3 years of bid management experience
• Experience managing bids within the Middle East market.
• Experience using InDesign
• APMP (not essential)

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well:

We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise:

We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing:

We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel:

We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role