Bid Manager
AKT II is looking for an experienced Bid Manager to lead the development and delivery of high-quality, commercially compelling proposals that secure new business.
In this role you will coordinate cross‑functional teams, shape bid strategy, manage budgets, and ensure every submission is compliant, competitive, and aligned with our organisational goals.
Responsibilities
* Proactively monitor tender portals, industry networks, and market intelligence to identify relevant opportunities.
* Work closely with senior leadership to shape bid strategy, establish win themes, define key differentiators (USPs), and support pricing decisions.
* Assemble and guide cross‑functional bid teams, including writers, technical specialists, and commercial or sales contributors.
* Lead the creation of high‑quality, compliant, and persuasive proposal documents that reflect client requirements and organisational strengths.
* Oversee timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure all deliverables are completed accurately and on schedule.
* Ensure full alignment with client specifications, legal standards, and internal governance while identifying and mitigating risks.
* Act as the central point of contact for internal teams, clients, and external partners, ensuring clear and consistent communication throughout the bid process.
* Facilitate debriefs, capture lessons learned, and integrate insights to strengthen future bids.
* Collect and analyse bid‑related data—such as submission volumes, win rates, and market trends—to inform strategic decision‑making.
Required skills
* Robust project and programme management capabilities.
* Exceptional communication and influencing skills.
* Meticulous attention to detail with a strong compliance focus.
* Advanced analytical skills and strategic thinking.
* Ability to perform effectively under pressure and consistently meet deadlines.
* Strong commercial awareness and sound business judgment.
Qualifications and experience
* Solid understanding of the design‑led built environment, gained through hands‑on industry experience.
* Demonstrated success in managing and delivering bids, tenders, and proposals within structural engineering, civil engineering, or the wider construction sector.
* Strong track record overseeing the full tender lifecycle — from early opportunity assessment through submission, presentation, and post‑bid evaluation.
What's in it for you?
The chance to work for an innovative, design‑led studio based in London, with opportunities to work on some of the very best projects across Scandinavia, Europe and internationally. You’ll receive AKT II’s many employee benefits, a competitive salary, and a vibrant social calendar with many company‑funded events and activities.
Location: London, United Kingdom
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