Bid Manager

We are recruiting a Bid Manager to join a thriving Facilities Management (FM) team. As Bid Manager you will play a key role in creating tender submissions, primarily targeting local authority and public sector contracts.

Key Responsibilities of the Bid Manager

• Bid Writing & Content Development
• Produce high-quality, engaging, and technically sound written responses for PQQs, RFIs, ITTs, and other tender documentation.
• Lead the writing and submission of high-quality, successful bids and tenders tailored specifically to local authority and public sector opportunities.
• Adapt and edit existing content to reflect the tone and expectations of each opportunity.
• Take technical, commercial, and operational information from various teams and transform it into cohesive, compelling bid submissions.
• Maximise efficiency by utilising AI to support with collating information and refining responses.
• Liaise with stakeholders across departments to gather relevant content and insights.
• Attend and contribute to bid planning meetings, review sessions, and progress reviews.
• Support the Head of Business Support with the coordination of inputs and the production of submission timelines.
• Quality Compliance
• Ensure all documentation is accurate, well-structured, and aligns with the requirements of each tender.
• Maintain high standards of proofreading, document formatting, and internal governance compliance.
• Assist in developing and maintaining bid libraries, templates, and best-practice guides.
• Knowledge Management & Continuous Improvement
• Collate feedback from past bids and incorporate lessons learned into future submissions.
• Create and maintain a bank of model answers, case studies, and evidence-based content.
• Develop and deliver training sessions for Business Support Coordinators on foundational tender writing skills, processes, and standards.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Essential required of the Bid Manager
• Proven experience in bid writing within the Facilities Management or Construction sectors.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with an excellent command of English.
• Ability to interpret technical and commercial data and present it clearly and convincingly.
• Skilled in managing multiple deadlines in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• A collaborative, proactive approach to working with diverse teams.
• Desirable:
• Knowledge of cost planning and FM mobilisation processes.
• Proven experience writing successful bids and tenders specifically targeting local authority and public sector clients.
• Familiarity with public sector procurement (PAS91, SQs, MEAT, etc.).

Personal Attributes

• Naturally inquisitive, with a keen eye for detail and a hunger for continual improvement.
• Creative thinker who can tailor content to resonate with different clients and sectors.
• Confident communicator, able to work across remote and on-site environments.
• Highly organised and motivated with a "can-do" attitude, even under tight timeframes.
• Resilient and adaptable to changing requirements and priorities.

Real Recruitment Solutions is committed to a policy of equal opportunities across all areas of our business and at all stages in the selection process. Acting in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and guidelines given by the REC, we treat everyone equally irrespective of sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital status, age, disability, race, ethnic or national origin, religion, political beliefs or membership or non-membership of a Trade Union.