At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-value bids in construction and property services, ensuring compelling submissions.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on growth and innovation in the construction sector.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid working, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Mentor and develop teams while improving bid processes in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Join a leadership role that shapes the future of bid management and drives impactful projects.
- Qualifications: Experience in bid management, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Bid Manager to lead the delivery of high-value, strategically important bids within the construction and property services sector. Working closely with operational, commercial, estimating and delivery teams, you will develop winning strategies and ensure the production of compelling, compliant and commercially robust submissions. The successful candidate will also play a key leadership role, mentoring and developing Bid Managers and Bid Writers while driving continuous improvement across bid processes, governance and performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the management of complex and strategically important bids from qualification through to submission and contract handover.
- Collaborate with operational, commercial, estimating and support teams to develop high-quality tender responses.
- Maintain accurate bid pipeline reporting and provide insight into bid performance and forecasting.
- Identify opportunities to improve bid processes, content libraries and governance procedures.
- Provide leadership, coaching and line management support to bid team members.
Requirements
- Significant experience in bid management and bid writing within construction, property services, social housing refurbishment or related sectors.
- Experience leading, coaching and developing bid teams.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence senior decision-makers.
- Strong commercial awareness and understanding of risk, compliance and quality requirements.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and bid management systems.
Ideal Background
- Applications are welcomed from experienced Senior Bid Managers, Bid Managers, Head of Bids or Bid Leads with experience across:
- Social Housing Refurbishment
- Planned Maintenance
- Property Services
- Decarbonisation and Retrofit
- Construction
- Painting and Specialist Coatings
- Public Sector Frameworks
This is an excellent opportunity for a bid professional seeking a senior leadership role with responsibility for high-profile opportunities and the ongoing development of bid capability within a growing organisation.
If you require any further information please contact Gary Sewell on 07852 836 581.
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV.
Bid Manager | Senior Manager in Macclesfield employer: Howells Solutions Limited
Join a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation as a Senior Bid Manager in the North West, where you will not only lead high-value bids but also play a pivotal role in mentoring and developing your team. Our hybrid working model promotes a healthy work-life balance, while our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that you will have ample opportunities for professional growth and development. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation within the construction and property services sector, we offer a supportive work culture that values your contributions and encourages your career progression.
