Bid Manager - 3 month FTC

Job Description

Job Advertisement: Bid Manager – 3-Month Fixed Term Contract

Location: London, UK

Contract Type: 3-Month Fixed Term Contract

Hybrid Role

About Us:

We are partnered with a leading architecture firm based in London, known for delivering innovative, sustainable, and design-forward solutions across residential, commercial, and cultural projects. They will give you an opportunity to work on bids in the sector across the UK, in 4 of their locations. They are now on the lookout for an immediately available Bid Manager to join their team on a 3-month fixed-term contract.

Role Overview:

As our Bid Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality bids for architecture projects. Working closely with senior management, project leads, and other key stakeholders, you will be responsible for coordinating and managing the end-to-end bid process. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented professional to contribute to the continued growth and success of a business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the preparation and submission of bids for architecture projects from start to finish.
• Develop compelling, clear, and tailored content for bid submissions, ensuring alignment with client requirements and company standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams (design, project management, technical experts) to gather the necessary information and ensure timely delivery of bid documents.
• Coordinate and manage the submission process, ensuring all deadlines are met and that the highest standard of quality is maintained.
• Review and analyse tender documents, highlighting key risks, opportunities, and requirements to inform the bid strategy.
• Track and monitor bid progress, making sure that all necessary resources are allocated and that internal stakeholders are updated.
• Ensure that all submissions are fully compliant with the client’s specifications and best practices.
• Provide post-bid support, including gathering feedback and analyzing outcomes for continuous improvement.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Bid Manager, ideally within the architecture, design, or construction sectors.
• Strong ability to write clear, concise, and persuasive bid content.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
• Good understanding of the architecture and construction industry, particularly in relation to tender processes.
• Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and any relevant bid management software.

Desirable:

• Relevant qualifications in Architecture, Business, or related fields.
• Experience working on large-scale or complex architecture projects.
• Knowledge of procurement and tendering processes.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary for the duration of the contract.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative, and creative environment.
• The chance to contribute to high-profile architecture projects in London and beyond.

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Bid Manager looking for an exciting new opportunity in a renowned architecture practice, we’d love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV to ben@3search.co.uk