At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a high-performing bid management team to drive growth.
- Company: Join a leading contractor in property services with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, car allowance, bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
- Other info: Opportunity for career development and autonomy in decision-making.
- Why this job: Influence strategy and secure future growth in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in bid management and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 59576 - 70089 £ per year.
Location: North West / Hybrid Working
Salary: Competitive + Car Allowance + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits
Howells are working with a leading contractor operating within the property services, refurbishment and maintenance sector seeking an experienced Head of Bid Management to lead and develop a high-performing bid function. This is a strategic leadership role where you will be responsible for overseeing the full bid lifecycle, ensuring submissions are commercially robust, compliant and aligned with wider business objectives. Working closely with senior operational and commercial stakeholders, you will play a key role in driving growth through successful tender activity across both public and private sector opportunities.
As Head of Bid Management, you will lead an established team and take ownership of bid strategy, governance, resource planning and continuous improvement. You will ensure the business maintains a consistent and professional approach to tendering while supporting the identification and conversion of high-value opportunities.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing a successful Bid Management function
- Managing bid strategy, governance and quality assurance processes
- Working with operational and commercial teams to identify and prioritise opportunities
- Overseeing workload planning and resource allocation across the bid team
- Facilitating bid reviews, risk assessments and commercial sign-off processes
- Supporting client presentations, clarifications and post-tender activities
- Driving continuous improvement through lessons learned and market intelligence
- Producing management information and performance reporting for senior leadership
- Embedding best practice across the bid lifecycle
We are keen to speak with experienced bid leaders who possess:
- A strong background in bid management within construction, property services, social housing, maintenance or refurbishment sectors
- Proven experience leading and developing bid teams
- Excellent commercial awareness and understanding of tender governance
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Outstanding written communication and presentation abilities
- The ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced environment
- Experience working closely with operational, estimating and commercial teams
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing business with a strong reputation within its sector. You will have the autonomy to influence strategy, develop people and play a key role in securing future growth.
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. Alternatively contact us on 01474 850707.
Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence.
Head of Bids in Warrington employer: Howells Solutions Limited
Howells is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the North West with hybrid working options that promote work-life balance. Employees benefit from competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive culture that values innovation and collaboration. As a leader in the property services sector, Howells empowers its team to influence strategic decisions and drive meaningful change, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in bid management.
