Bid Coordinator (Junior - Mid level)

Job description

LightiQ is an award-winning independent lighting design consultancy with a subsidiary in Italy and offices in Asia and North America. Our work encompasses the creation of innovative and inspirational lighting projects in the UK and overseas, from concept stage to completion. More information about our practice can be found on our website.

This position is ideal for a meticulous professional with a background in the administrative or bidding side of the AEC (Architecture, Engineering, Construction) industry. We are looking for a highly organized individual who has strong commercial writing skills and a persuasive nature.

The Role

The Bid Coordinator’s primary role is to assist the Senior Management Team drive business growth by supporting our clients with engaging, prompt and clear communication and managing the bid process from receiving an enquiry through to a signed contract. This is a multi-faceted role that combines business development, client liaison, financial expertise in project costing, contract and risk management.

The primary responsibility for this role is to respond to new leads, analyse RFPs, create fee proposals in collaboration with directors and manage the process to a successful outcome.

The design associates and senior designers manage the projects and design outcomes; the Bid Coordinator’s focus is to be involved in the financial, contractual, risk, planning and execution of all our projects.

Required skills and experience:

• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Familiarity with project management principles
• Basic knowledge of law and legal contracts
• The ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets and ERP software
• Excellent written and verbal English

All applications should include a CV and cover letter. With your application please confirm you hold a UK passport or valid work permit to allow you to work in the UK.

Salary and benefits will be competitive and based on the applicant’s experience and skills. All applications should be emailed to jobs@lightiq.com and directed for the attention of Christina McGowan (no agencies please).

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-04-2026

Profession type

Design / Fashion

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