Bid Manager

Job description

We are looking for a Bid Specialist to manage complex, international, and multi-disciplinary bids for a top London practice. Working closely with the New Business lead you will have a pivotal role in ensuring every submission meets the high standards expected of this global business.

Key Responsibilities

• You will be responsible for managing a the bid pipeline and co-ordinating delivery of a high volume of quality submissions across the world
• You will rigorously manage budgets & forecasts, collating information from suppliers and external collaborators
• You will bring a fresh perspective to the team, allowing you to input and improve existing processes, mentor the team and identify opportunities for growth
• You will be an excellent writer, producing content yourself, reviewing and editing the teams submissions. Making sure the brand tone is consistently applied and coaching others to do the same.
• You will maintain and grow the bid library and resources in collaboration with the other offices
• You will build strong relationships with all involved in bids process - your team, the practice leadership, sector champions & collaborators
• You will report bid status to senior leaders with clear understanding of timelines, priorities, risks, resourcing.

Skills & Experience

• You will have a track record of producing work winning bids and competitions in architecture, engineering or construction industries.
• You will be editorial pro - able to write, proofread, and feedback on submission copy to achieve brand tone and content quality
• You will have outstanding organisational skills and work well within a deadline driven environment
• You will be a great communicator - tenacious, personable, and resilient, navigating the "realities" of the bidding world with diplomacy and persuasion
• An APMP qualification would be an excellent addition

Benefits

• Central London location
• fun & supportive culture
• All the standard benefits
• + generous work from anywhere policy
• + dog friendly office
• + great career progression

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English