13th October, 2026
PROPOSALS MANAGER / BID MANAGER - INFRASTRUCTURE
POSITION : Proposals Manager
LOCATION : Sheffield , Nottingham , Newark , Lincoln , Leicester , Mansfield , Doncaster, Rotherham, Grantham. Hybrid.
THE ROLE :
This is a great opportunity for an experienced Proposals Manager / Bid Manager to lead the development and delivery of high-quality bids across Rail, Highways, Energy and Nuclear.
You’ll manage the full bid lifecycle, working with technical, commercial and operational teams to produce compelling, compliant and competitive submissions that support business growth.
This is a hybrid role with the maximum of 4 days working from home with the office day being every Tuesday
SALARY AND BENEFITS : Up to £70k + pension
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Manage bids from initial opportunity assessment through to final submission.
- Write, edit and review high-quality technical and commercial proposals.
- Analyse tender documentation and ensure submissions meet client requirements.
- Develop bid strategies and win themes with internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate technical experts and manage deadlines across multiple bids.
- Support post-submission activities, including clarifications and feedback.
- Identify opportunities to improve bid quality and processes.
REQUIREMENTS :
- At least three years’ bid or proposals management experience within infrastructure.
- Experience in Rail, Highways, Energy or Nuclear.
- Excellent technical writing, editing and organisational skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple bids and work with senior stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of tender processes and compliance requirements.
- APMP qualification desirable.
To find out more about the Proposals Manager role please contact Steve Ball on the number provided
Steve Ball Recruitment Ltd are a recruitment business specialising in the delivery of recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven’t received a reply from us within 28 day of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise.
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Proposals Manager employer: Steve Ball
As a Bid Manager with our esteemed client, you will join a well-respected main contractor in the civils sector, located conveniently for those commuting from Birmingham and surrounding areas. The company fosters a collaborative work culture that values employee growth, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, and a flexible working arrangement of four days in the office and one day working from home. With a focus on high-value projects, this role provides a unique opportunity to lead complex tenders while contributing to the company's success and your professional development.
