Our client is looking to bring their outsourced bid function inhouse by recruiting for an experienced Bid Manager to set up and manage this new inhouse bid function. They are a leading and highly regarded tier one landscape construction company that deliver high quality and transformative hard and soft projects ranging in value from 100000 toand have for over 20 years supplied a comprehensive service to main contractors and developers by specialising in the creation and maintenance of innovative and sustainable outdoor environments.
On offer is a salary of up to 60000 a bonus scheme hybrid working options and the opportunity to establish and develop this and employ a highly skilled workforce which ensures they are a trusted and key partner and are recognised for their commitment to excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- As the Bid Manager you will work closely with their experienced inhouse commercial preconstruction and external bid team playing a pivotal role in establishing their inhouse bid function and systems.
- As the Bid Manager you will be responsible for:
- Planning and managing all aspects of the bid function providing leadership and ensuring timely highquality submissions.
- Developing winning strategies and implementing structured writing plans for qualityfocused bids.
- Reviewing and analysing bid documents ensuring strict compliance with client requirements.
- Independently and collaboratively producing highquality clientfocused submissions for PQQs and tenders.
- Researching and compiling information to update the bid library and support submissions.
- Creating organisational charts CVs and other supporting documents.
- Ensuring draft submissions adequately address requirements sourcing information to fill gaps.
- Preparing and designing bid submission folders for maximum impact.
- Creating posttender presentations and compelling project phases.
- Maintaining project case studies site photographs and other marketing materials.
- Conducting market research and tracking trends to enhance presentation materials and software.
- Working closely with senior management project managers and technical teams to craft persuasive strategies and gather insights.
- Managing bid timelines and ensuring projects meet deadlines and quality standards.
- Contributing to the bid librarys development and streamlining sales support processes.
Requirements
To be considered as the Bid Manager you will need:
- Proven experience as a Bid Manager Proposals Manager Senior Bid Write or from within a similar role.
- A strong track record of securing profitable work and expertise in the tendering process.
- Ideally a background in main contracting landscaping grounds maintenance or Tier 1/Tier 2 supply chains with a strong understanding of construction delivery.
- Exceptional writing skills and to be capable of translating complex technical language into clear persuasive content.
- Expertise in project management construction planning and industry methodologies.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent grammar and attention to detail skills to create accurate and compelling proposals.
- Strong understanding of construction processes contracts and regulations.
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrently running projects and to meet tight deadlines.
Benefits
On offer:
- An exciting opportunity to shape the bid function within this prestigious Tier One Landscape Construction Contractor.
- A salary of up to 60000 per year.
- A company performancebased bonus.
- Office / Hybrid working options.
- The chance to be part of and collaborate with a highly skilled dynamic team.
- Opportunities to contribute to landmark projects and drive business success.
- The opportunity to work with successful Commercial and PreConstruction teams within a wellestablished highly regarded and growing company
To be considered as the Bid Manager you will need: Proven experience as a Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Senior Bid Write or from within a similar role. A strong track record of securing profitable work and expertise in the tendering process. Ideally a background in main contracting, landscaping, grounds maintenance or Tier 1/Tier 2 supply chains, with a strong understanding of construction delivery. Exceptional writing skills and to be capable of translating complex technical language into clear, persuasive content. Expertise in project management, construction planning, and industry methodologies. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office Suite. Excellent grammar and attention to detail skills to create accurate and compelling proposals. Strong understanding of construction processes, contracts, and regulations. Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrently running projects and to meet tight deadlines.