Bid Manager

Bid Manager

Facilities Management

London & Southeast

Salary - £60,000 to £65,000

Trevett are partnering with a leading provider of building services solutions to recruit for a Bid Manager to join the Business Development division. The role of Bid Manager is to deliver high-quality, innovative, and sustainable services to the client base in order to help drive growth and success across the business.

The Bid Manager will be responsible for leading and managing the bid process for, from identifying opportunities to submitting winning bids. The successful candidate will have a proven track record of bid management, excellent communication and project management skills, and the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. The Bid Manager will work closely with the Business Development team, Operations teams, and other stakeholders to ensure that bids are accurately priced, well-written, and effectively showcase capabilities and value proposition.

Key Responsibilities:

* Identify and qualify new business opportunities through market research, industry events, and networking

* Develop and maintain relationships with key clients, partners, and stakeholders to stay informed about upcoming opportunities and market trends

* Lead and manage the bid process, including:

* Reviewing and analysing tender documents and requirements

* Developing and implementing bid strategies and plans

* Coordinating and managing the bid team, including writers, estimators, and subject matter experts

* Ensuring compliance with bid requirements and regulations

* Managing bid budgets and resources

* Write, edit, and finalize bid documents, including executive summaries, technical proposals, and pricing schedules

* Collaborate with the Business Development team to develop and maintain a pipeline of opportunities and to track bid performance and results

* Work closely with Operations teams to ensure that bids are accurately priced and that operational capabilities are effectively showcased

* Develop and maintain a thorough understanding of services, capabilities, and value proposition

* Stay up-to-date with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements

* Manage and maintain accurate and up-to-date records of bid opportunities, submissions, and results

Requirements:

* Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., business, engineering, construction management)

* Experience in bid management, business development, or a related field

* Proven track record of successful bid management, with a strong win rate and a portfolio of winning bids

* Excellent communication, writing, and project management skills

* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and manage multiple bids simultaneously

* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail and ability to interpret complex data

* Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders

* Strong knowledge of building services, construction, or a related industry

* Familiarity with bid management software and tools (e.g., BidMaster, Salesforce)