Job Description
About Workplace Futures Group
Workplace Futures Group is a leading workplace creation and services organisation dedicated to delivering high‑performance environments that help people and businesses thrive. Known for integrity, innovation, and consistent quality, the Group brings together specialist companies to provide a comprehensive range of design, build, and workplace management solutions. Through close collaboration with clients and a commitment to long‑term value, Workplace Futures Group transforms vision into sustainable, people‑first workplaces backed by the latest research, technology, and design thinking.
Role Overview
The Senior Bid Manager is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of high-value, complex tender submissions across Workplace Futures Group. You will lead a team of Bid Managers, ensuring submissions are cohesive, client-focused, and compliant, and act as the main conduit between the bid team and project/technical teams. You will guide the team through each stage of the bid lifecycle, maintaining quality and adherence to deadlines.
Key Responsibilities
• Manage the full tender lifecycle from receipt of Employer’s Requirements to post-tender interviews.
• Translate complex tender requirements into actionable plans, task allocation, and internal deadlines.
• Lead and mentor Bid Managers, providing guidance, feedback, and quality control of submissions.
• Ensure all bid content and visuals are aligned with brand, tone, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with project teams and directors to ensure accurate technical and commercial input.
• Support the preparation of mid-tender and post-tender interview materials.
• Identify and mitigate risks across live tender submissions.
• Ensure all tender documents are consistent, accurate, and delivered on time.
• Support the Head of Bids in refining processes, templates, and internal workflows.
Essential
• Proven experience managing complex tenders in construction, fit-out, or built environment sectors.
• Strong ability to interpret tender documents and translate them into actionable plans.
• Experience managing and developing junior or mid-level bid professionals.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and attention-to-detail skills.
Desirable
• Experience using InDesign, Figma, or digital submission platforms.
• Experience with AI-supported writing tools (e.g., Autogen AI).