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This senior-level role is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of high-value bids across the North East region, leading a local bid team and contributing to wider business development efforts. The successful candidate will oversee strategic tender submissions, coordinate internal resources, and ensure the delivery of high-quality, competitive bids to drive business growth.
Client Details
The client is a global leader in energy services, with a strong presence in the UK and Ireland. They specialise in providing a wide range of technical, facilities management, regeneration, and energy solutions, with a focus on sustainability, smart buildings, and green energy transitions. Their expertise helps businesses and public sector organisations embrace the move towards net-zero, supporting digital and industrial transitions.
Description
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Oversee the entire bid process, managing the production and submission of high-quality, competitive bids across the North East region.
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Lead and mentor a local bid team, ensuring effective collaboration and high performance.
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Manage the Bid Launch, Bid Review, Post Tender Review, and Handover meetings, ensuring deadlines and client requirements are met.
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Develop and implement bid strategies, working closely with stakeholders to incorporate client win themes and ensure all criteria are addressed.
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Attend site visits to understand project specifics, constraints, and client requirements, integrating this information into bid submissions.
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Produce and review high-quality bid responses, including presentations and supporting documents, to create a compelling first impression.
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Liaise with the Estimating and Business Development teams to ensure pricing, value engineering, and client needs are aligned.
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Maintain and update the Bid & BD Library, ensuring content is relevant and accurate for future bids.
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Manage and review external Bid Writers to ensure the production of quality responses when internal resources are unavailable.
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Conduct Post Tender Reviews and share feedback to ensure continuous improvement of future bids.
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Oversee the management of the Bid & BD Library, creating submission templates, case studies, and project datasheets.
Profile
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Proven experience in bid management, with a track record of successfully leading and managing high-value tender submissions.
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Strong experience in bid writing and preparing high-quality responses for public and private sector bids.
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Excellent leadership and management skills, with the ability to mentor and develop a bid team.
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Ability to think strategically and work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
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Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
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Industry-specific knowledge, particularly in public sector procurement and facilities management.
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Proficiency in using bid management platforms such as Salesforce, EVision, and Microsoft Office Suite.
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Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
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Experience of managing and overseeing external Bid Writers when internal resources are unavailable.
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Experience with the management and maintenance of a Bid & BD Library and related resources.
Job Offer
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Annual bonus as part of a comprehensive reward package
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25 days annual leave plus public holidays
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Pension scheme with employer contributions
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Life cover equivalent to 2 times annual salary
