Bid Manager

Deverellsmith has partnered with a leading mixed-use developer to recruit a Bid Manager to take ownership of identifying, managing, and submitting high-quality qualitative responses to invitations to tender. This role plays a key part in securing new business opportunities in line with their growth strategy.

Role Scope

Analyse tender documentation and determine how best to address requirements, highlighting unique strengths and differentiators.

Coordinate and secure timely input from contributors, including consultants and internal bid teams.

Prepare final bid submissions, ensuring ample time for review and refinement.

Delivery

Draft high-quality qualitative responses to secure new business.

Produce clear, concise, and compelling case studies for new and ongoing projects.

Support the preparation of post-tender interviews.

Maintain staff CVs and other supporting documentation.

Ensure submissions are delivered on time and to the highest standard.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure all bid materials align with health, safety, EDI, and company compliance policies.

Maintain and enhance content within the submission library.

Structure submission documents to meet and exceed client expectations.

Collaboration

Work closely with colleagues across departments to ensure accurate financial and technical information is included.

Coordinate bid contributors to deliver consistent and timely input.

Success Measures

Achieve a minimum 90% pass rate on SQs, Sifting Briefs, and EOIs.

Achieve a 75%+ quality score on all bid submissions.

Ensure all bids are submitted on time.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Proven experience writing PQQ and tender responses within the residential and/or mixed-use sector.

Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely.

Strong organisational and time management skills, able to meet competing deadlines.

Excellent listening skills and attention to detail.

Collaborative mindset with the ability to secure timely input from colleagues.