Bid Manager

Job Description

Job Title: Bid Manager\n Location: Exeter\n Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum \n\nAbout the Role:\n\nWe are looking for an experienced and driven Bid Manager to join our construction consultancy team in Exeter. This key role involves leading the bid process, securing new business, and preparing high-quality, winning proposals. The successful candidate will work closely with technical teams and senior leadership to develop strategic, compelling bids that align with client needs and business objectives.\n\nKey Responsibilities:\n\nBid Management: Oversee and manage the end-to-end bid process, ensuring timely, high-quality, and competitive submissions.\nStrategy & Development: Work with leadership to develop winning bid strategies, identifying key selling points and differentiators.\nContent Writing & Editing: Create, refine, and tailor bid responses, case studies, and supporting documents to maximise impact.\nCollaboration & Coordination: Engage with technical teams, project managers, and commercial leads to gather and present accurate project information.\nCompliance & Quality Control: Ensure all bids comply with client requirements, industry regulations, and company standards.\nPipeline Management: Track opportunities, monitor bid progress, and maintain a structured tendering schedule.\nContinuous Improvement: Analyse bid outcomes, gather feedback, and refine processes to enhance future success rates.\nRequirements:\n\nProven experience as a Bid Manager or in a similar role within a construction consultancy.\nStrong understanding of tendering processes in consultancy services, including public and private sector frameworks.\nExcellent writing, editing, and communication skills to craft compelling bid responses.\nStrong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.\nAbility to work collaboratively with internal teams, senior stakeholders, and external clients.\nKnowledge of procurement frameworks and construction contracts (NEC, JCT) is an advantage.\nProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and bid management software (desirable).\nWhy Join Us?\n\nBe part of a leading construction consultancy in Exeter.\nWork in a collaborative and innovative team environment.\nCompetitive salary with opportunities for professional development and career progression.\nIf you’re a proactive Bid Manager with a passion for securing new business and driving growth, we’d love to hear from you!\n\nApply now and play a key role in our continued success