Bid Manager

Our client is a leading Tier 1 Main Contractor operating in the North West, known for delivering high-quality projects, across a number of National Frameworks.

Role Overview: As the Bid Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving success by leading the bid process for key projects within their plans. You will be responsible for coordinating all aspects of the bid lifecycle, from initial identification through to submission, ensuring the highest standards of quality and compliance are maintained throughout.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Bid Coordination: Lead the bid process from start to finish, ensuring all stakeholders are engaged and deadlines are met.
2. Strategy Development: Develop winning bid strategies in collaboration with senior management, leveraging market insights and competitor analysis.
3. Bid Writing: Produce high-quality bid documentation, including executive summaries, technical responses, and commercial proposals.
4. Compliance: Ensure all bids adhere to relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements.
5. Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with bids, working closely with relevant departments.
6. Resource Management: Coordinate internal and external resources effectively to support the bid process, including bid writers, subject matter experts, and external consultants.
7. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other key stakeholders throughout the bid process.
8. Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the bid team, implementing best practices and lessons learned from previous bids.
9. Budgeting and Cost Management: Work closely with the commercial team to develop accurate cost estimates and pricing strategies for bids.
10. Presentation and Interview Preparation: Prepare and coach bid teams for client presentations and interviews, ensuring they are well-prepared and confident.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar Bid Manager role within the construction industry, ideally with a Tier 1 Main Contractor.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously and deliver to tight deadlines.
• Sound commercial acumen, with the ability to develop competitive pricing strategies and assess commercial risks.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a cross-functional team.
• A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package
• Opportunities for career progression and development
• Pension scheme
• Health and wellness benefits

Randstad CPE values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are more than happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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