Vacancy Summary
Job Title: Assistant Bid Manager
Job Type: Permanent
Job Ref: #11244
Location: Hertfordshire
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: c£50,000k-£55,000 (DOE) basic plus competitive package inc car allowance, pension, private healthcare, performance bonus.
Company & Project: A successful regional main contractor operating in the Commercial, Education, Healthcare, Leisure & Residential sectors is seeking to recruit an experienced and effective Assistant Bid Manager to join their Pre-Construction team based in Hertfordshire. This position will include Bid Writing and the opportunity to get involved in aspects of Bid Coordination and Management.
Our client has a strong order book already secured for 2026/2027, and they are continuing to target new business and add further management resource to their pre-construction team.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Support the Bid Manager in leading PQQ, tender, and proposal submissions from inception to completion.
Write, edit, and review persuasive, high-quality responses for tender documentation.
Assist business development with scheme research, pipeline tracking, and bid strategy preparation.
Facilitate bid workshops to establish cohesive win themes and align submission strategies across the team.
Coordinate internal milestones and manage review schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
Consult with internal technical teams and external consultants to capture technical inputs, bespoke CVs, and project case studies.
Conduct site visits to better inform technical delivery and bidding strategy.
Prepare presentation materials and help coach project teams for mid-tender interviews and post-tender presentations.
Ensure all submission documents comply with mandatory requirements, client guidelines, and deadlines.
Maintain and expand the bid content library, including model answers, project profiles, and post-bid feedback.
Desirable Experience:
3+ years of experience in a bid role (Bid Coordinator, Bid Writer, or Assistant Bid Manager) for a Main Contractor.
Previous experience in the Construction Industry (or relate...
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Contact Details:
APPLE TECHNICAL RECRUITMENT LIMITED Recruitment Team
