Guildmore is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join our growing team in the Midlands and North.The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating and preparing high-quality, compliant, and compelling bid proposals, ensuring alignment with company objectives and client requirements. This is a strategic role requiring strong organisation, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple stakeholders to secure new projects.
Key Responsibilities
Bid and Tender Management
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Lead and coordinate the bid and tendering process.
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Complete PQQ (Pre-Qualification Questionnaire) forms and address client quality questions.
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Attend Bid/No-Bid meetings to assess project suitability.
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Participate in framework tendering processes as required.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
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Work closely with Pre-construction Managers, Project Managers, and Design Managers to understand project requirements and client expectations.
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Review ITTs, Employers’ Requirements, and project documentation to determine scope and scoring criteria.
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Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders throughout the bid process.
Proposal Development and Submission
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Develop well-organised, detailed, and persuasive bid proposals that convey Guildmore’s value proposition.
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Utilise software to create clear logistical diagrams and schedules for inclusion in proposals.
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Ensure all bid documents are accurate, compliant, and include necessary forms, certifications, and attachments.
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Monitor bid statuses and conduct follow-up activities with clients and stakeholders.
Administration and Continuous Improvement
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Maintain a comprehensive database of bid-related documents and templates.
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Continuously improve bid processes and templates to enhance efficiency and quality.
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Construction or a related discipline preferred.
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5–6 years’ experience in bid writing or tendering, ideally within the construction industry.
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Proven track record as a Construction Bid Writer or in a pre-construction role.
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Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with strong attention to detail.
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Excellent organisational and project management abilities, capable of handling multiple concurrent bids.
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Strong research and analytical skills to develop persuasive, well-informed proposals.
Qualities and Behaviours
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Proactive, self-motivated, and initiative-driven.
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Collaborative team player who builds positive relationships across departments and with clients.
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Strategic thinker, aligning bid strategies with business goals and client needs.
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Detail-oriented, meticulous, and committed to high-quality submissions.
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Adaptable, resilient, and able to work effectively under pressure.
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Strong communicator, capable of translating technical content into persuasive narratives.
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Ethical, dependable, and committed to professional standards.
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Creative problem-solver, enhancing the visual and narrative impact of proposals.
What We Offer
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Full training and ongoing professional development.
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Opportunities to expand skills in bid management, compliance, and business operations.
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A supportive, collaborative, and professional working environment