Bid Manager

Company Overview:

Our client is a well-established refurbishment specialist proudly operating in the heart of London for over 30 years. With a reputation for excellence, quality and discretion, they have built a diverse and loyal client base across the prime residential, museum, gallery, listed building, heritage, private education and private healthcare sectors.

Role Overview:

Due to this continued growth and increasing design complexity of projects, the company is seeking a Bid Manager to join their pre-construction team in a dual role that combines traditional bid management responsibilities with a strong design coordination focus. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute and design-literate professional to take ownership of high-profile tenders and contribute to the continued evolution of the business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the full bid lifecycle from initial enquiry through to submission.
• Coordinate internal teams, supply chain partners, and consultants to produce compelling and accurate bids.
• Analyse tender documents and lead bid strategy meetings.
• Develop submission schedules, manage inputs, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Prepare tender clarifications and respond to client queries.
• Write, edit and tailor technical and commercial responses in line with client expectations.
• Work closely with estimating, planning, and commercial teams to ensure competitive and compliant submissions.
• Liaise with external consultants, architects, structural engineers, and internal teams to review and develop design proposals.
• Ensure design solutions align with client briefs, technical requirements, and buildability considerations.
• Identify design risks and opportunities and lead value engineering initiatives during pre-construction.
• Coordinate design information for bid submissions, including narratives, logistics, methodology, and temporary works.
• Act as a key liaison between the design and delivery teams to ensure seamless project handover post-award.

Key Requirements:

• Proven experience in bid management within the construction sector.
• Strong understanding of design and technical detailing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and project management abilities.
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with strong interpersonal skills.

What’s on Offer:

• A pivotal role within a respected and stable company known for excellence in the London market.
• Opportunity to influence the company’s pre-construction and design strategy.
• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Long-term career progression in a business that values and retains its people.