Bid Manager

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Bid and Programme Manager to lead the end-to-end management of bids, tenders, and framework submissions within the infrastructure and utilities market. This role plays a key part in ensuring submissions are technically compliant, commercially competitive, and aligned with business strategy. The position will also oversee the successful governance and delivery of key client programmes managing the smooth handover from bid to execution and supporting consistent project and financial performance. What Youll Do Lead the preparation and coordination of PQQs, tenders, and framework bids across the infrastructure markets. Produce compelling, technically accurate proposals that showcase the organisations capabilities and meet client needs. Collaborate with technical, operations, SHEQ, commercial, and finance teams to ensure all submissions are compliant, competitive, and delivered on time. Maintain a live bid pipeline and reporting dashboard to support business planning and forecasting. Support senior management in market intelligence , customer engagement, and early opportunity development. Provide programme governance oversight on key frameworks and major projects Work closely with project managers on mobilisation plans, progress tracking, and client reporting. Chair internal programme review meetings to monitor performance, manage risks, and ensure delivery against budgets and contracts. Partner with finance and operations teams to forecast programme costs, performance, and cash flow. Ensure compliance with company policies, client procedures, and relevant industry standards . Experience required: Degree or HNC/HND in Engineering, Construction Management , or a related technical discipline. Proven experience in bid management with the infrastructure sector ie power, water, gas. A successful track record in work-winning through framework or project-based tender submissions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce high-quality technical and commercial documentation. Proficient in Microsoft 365, SharePoint , and project management tools such as MS Project or Monday.com . Solid understanding of NEC 3/4 contract forms and strong commercial acumen. In return for the right candidate our client is offering a competitive numeration scheme and package. TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-11-04