Details:
- Salary: £65,000 - 75,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: Plymouth
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
Bid Manager
Plymouth
Construction
Permanent
Full-time
We’re currently partnering with a leading construction organisation to recruit an experienced Bid Manager. This is a key role for someone who thrives on winning work and enjoys leading teams to deliver high-quality, competitive bids.
About the Role:
As Bid Manager, you’ll take ownership of the end-to-end bid process, ensuring submissions are accurate, compelling, and submitted on time. You’ll develop and implement bid strategies, coordinate with project teams, and provide leadership and guidance to colleagues involved in the process. You’ll play a pivotal role in helping the business secure profitable work and strengthen client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all stages of bid preparation, from planning to submission, ensuring quality and accuracy.
Develop winning strategies, writing plans, and commercial approaches for tenders.
Research client requirements to demonstrate understanding of their key drivers.
Collaborate closely with project teams to reflect operational capabilities and project benefits in proposals.
Provide leadership, coaching, and support to bid team members to deliver high-performing outcomes.
Your Experience:
Proven track record of successfully winning profitable bids, ideally from an operational or project management background.
Strong understanding of tendering processes and the ability to communicate differentiators effectively.
Competent with Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent) and familiar with MS Office.
Degree-level education is preferred.
Full UK driving licence required.
Why This Role is Exciting:
This is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to make a real impact within a dynamic, collaborative, and supportive team. You’ll benefit from a culture that values inclusivity, professional development, and recognition for your contributions. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll have access to flexible working options, a generous benefits package including pension, private healthcare, life assurance, incentive schemes, and support for mental wellbeing.
If you’re an experienced Bid Manager looking to lead bids, drive results, and develop your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Please do call Nicky Harris, RGB Recruitment, Exeter