Bid Manager

• Lead the end-to-end bid process, from identifying opportunities to submitting final documents.
• Create tailored, high-quality proposals in response to client tenders, pre-qualification questionnaires, and requests for information.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and senior stakeholders to gather technical and operational information.
• Ensure all bids are fully compliant with client requirements, deadlines, and regulatory standards.
• Develop persuasive content that effectively communicates the company’s capabilities, experience, and value proposition.
• Review and refine submissions to ensure clarity, consistency, and quality of language.

• Maintain and support the company's Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring all documentation is current and aligned with industry standards.
• Assist in internal audits, site reviews, and health & safety checks to ensure compliance.
• Coordinate with other departments to embed QA practices across the organisation.
• Monitor ongoing project performance and support improvements in quality assurance processes.
• Maintain thorough records of all bid-related and QA documentation.

• Prepare supporting documents such as pre-qualification submissions, reports, and presentations for internal and external use.
• Organise, manage, and archive tender documents, ensuring accessibility and traceability.
• Engage with public and private sector clients to gather feedback, promote our services, and enhance the competitiveness of future submissions.

• Proven experience in bid writing or tender management, preferably within construction, civil engineering, or plant hire.
• In-depth knowledge of bid and tender processes, with a track record of successful submissions.
• Familiarity with quality management systems and industry standards, such as ISO 9001.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop persuasive and well-structured documents.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills - able to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• High attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with bid management tools.

• Background in road surfacing, plant hire, or civil engineering.
• Experience engaging with local authorities or private sector clients to refine bids based on feedback.
• Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with a strong interest in the commercial success of each bid.
• Ability to work autonomously in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

• 28 days' holiday (including bank holidays).
• Company pension scheme with standard employer contributions.
• Free on-site parking for all employees.
• Casual dress code - dress for your day.
• Be part of a family-run business culture where your voice is heard, and you can take real ownership of your role.

Anderson Knight Recruitment