Bid Manager

Cole & Yates Recruitment Ltd Full time

Maidenhead, United Kingdom Posted on 02/27/2025

• Work Experience bid manager, bid writing, bid team leadership
• Salary Competitive Salary (Negotiable based on Experience) Bonus Scheme & Hybrid Working
• State/Province Windsor and Maidenhead
• Country United Kingdom

We are recruiting for an experienced Bid Manager on behalf of a leading and highly regarded tier one landscape construction company that delivers high-quality and transformative hard and soft projects ranging in value from £100,000 to £10,000,000+ and have for over 20 years supplied a comprehensive service to main contractors and developers by specializing in the creation and maintenance of innovative and sustainable outdoor environments.

On offer is a competitive salary that is negotiable based on experience, a bonus scheme, hybrid working options and the opportunity to join an established landscape construction company that employs a highly skilled workforce that is recognized for their commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

As the Bid Manager, you will work closely with their experienced in-house commercial, pre-construction and external bid team playing a pivotal role in establishing their in-house 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, high-quality submissions.
  
• Developing winning strategies and implementing structured writing plans for quality-focused bids.
  
• Reviewing and analysing bid documents, ensuring strict compliance with client requirements.
  
• Independently and collaboratively producing high-quality, client-focused 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 post-tender 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 library's development and streamlining sales support processes.
  

To be considered as the Bid Manager you will need:

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Senior Bid Writer 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, Tier 1/Tier 2 supply chains, or similar sector 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.
  

On offer:

• An exciting opportunity to shape the bid function within this prestigious Tier One Landscape Construction Contractor.
  
• A competitive salary that is negotiable based on experience.
  
• A company performance-based 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 Pre-Construction teams within a well-established, highly regarded and growing company.