Assistant Pre-Contracts Manager

We are seeking a talented and motivated Assistant Pre-Contracts Manager to join OD Create, our design and build division. In this role, you will play a key part in bidding for and securing projects, contributing to our continued success.

This opportunity has been created to serve as a strong deputy to the Senior Pre-Contracts Manager, assisting in the oversight and management of the pre-contracts team’s daily activities.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supporting and managing the OD Create pre-contracts, bid and estimating team
• Driving continuous improvement of our tender processes.
• Allocating resource to the pipeline of tenders, putting us in the best position for success.
• Pricing your own tenders and producing cost plans where required.
• Supporting on larger tenders, alongside the senior pre-contracts manager.
• Coordinating and preparing for pre, mid and post tender client meetings, workshops and interviews.
• Identifying risks and opportunities within the tender information and potential projects.
• Providing support across the pre-contracts post-tender to ensure deadlines are met.
• Sensitively managing subcontractors and supply chains with the commercial teams.
• Consistently achieving a seamless handover from the pre-con team to the delivery and commercial teams.
• Developing an understanding of relevant procurement routes and their nuances (Lump Sum, Design & Build and Two Stage).
• Collaborating with the bid and marketing teams on the development of our documents and collateral, ensuring market-leading creativity and attention to detail.
• Maintaining an up-to-date awareness of our competitors and how their activity could impact our tenders.
• Reporting on win rates, client feedback, and other metrics, in order to drive improvements in our offering.

Skills and experience required:

• Deep understanding of the competitive tender process.
• Strong commercial acumen.
• A team player who takes accountability and seeks to drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• A passion for working creatively to win new business.
• Excellent market knowledge and ability to stay up to date with competitor activities.
• A proven track record of delivering high quality bid submissions, working to tight deadlines.
• A methodical process-driven approach, with excellent attention to detail.
• A confident, knowledgeable, and articulate personality, able to collaborate effectively with both internal and external stakeholders.