This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender documentation. Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support future business opportunities. Requirements Proven experience in Senior Bid / Tendering role Experience in highly regulated Manufacturing sector Confident working across Technical, Commercial and Delivery teams Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously Strong leadership skills Eligible to pass SC Clearance Location: Chorley Contract - LTD OUTSIDE IR35 (subject to CEST test / IR35 assessment) or UMBRELLA available if preferred Pay Rate - Competitive (negotiable - dependent on experience) Working Hours: 4 day working week! Monday - Thursday, Full Time. Contact Details: CLICK APPLY! Call the office on (phone number removed) and ask for Jacob or contact on (url removed) for more details.
Jun 30, 2026
Contractor
This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender documentation. Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support future business opportunities. Requirements Proven experience in Senior Bid / Tendering role Experience in highly regulated Manufacturing sector Confident working across Technical, Commercial and Delivery teams Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously Strong leadership skills Eligible to pass SC Clearance Location: Chorley Contract - LTD OUTSIDE IR35 (subject to CEST test / IR35 assessment) or UMBRELLA available if preferred Pay Rate - Competitive (negotiable - dependent on experience) Working Hours: 4 day working week! Monday - Thursday, Full Time. Contact Details: CLICK APPLY! Call the office on (phone number removed) and ask for Jacob or contact on (url removed) for more details.
Looking for a role where design, innovation, and collaboration truly come together? Baxall Construction is an award-winning, platinum IIP main contractor and one of Kent's most respected businesses with a reputation for innovation and teamwork. Effective design management has always been at the heart of what of what Baxall do and the Design Management Department has been the hub around which successful projects have been delivered for over 15 years. Baxall are looking to double their turnover over the next 5 years and they are now looking to strengthen their Design Management team with a Senior Design Manager who can only support the existing team but lead a team as Baxall expand. Why You'll Love Working Here This is a contractor that genuinely looks after its people and leads from the front when it comes to innovation and collaboration. Investors in People - Platinum Constructing Excellence - Integration & Collaborative Working Award RICS - Best Use of BIM Award 10+ National Federation of Builders Awards , including Contractor of the Year Staff turnover below 2% - people stay because promises are kept and it is a great place to work They've even partnered with the University of Kent to measure how their buildings perform - from energy efficiency and carbon footprint to the wellbeing and productivity of the people who use them. It's design with purpose - and it shapes everything they do next. About the Role As Senior Design Manager , you'll play a pivotal role from tender through to delivery - guiding the design process and the various internal and external teams from concept to handover. Supporting your team and coordinating with preconstruction as well as delivery teams and ultimately helping to deliver projects that can be built to a budget and exceed client expectations. You'll: Support preconstruction, contributing to bids and tenders for upcoming projects Identify opportunities and challenges in design and coordinate innovative solutions Work closely with the PM and QS to ensure quality, buildability, and commercial success Lead coordination across clients, consultants, and supply chain partners Projects typically range from £5M-£20M , covering sectors such as education, leisure, commercial, and high-end residential . About You You're a team player who loves finding smart, practical design solutions - someone who enjoys bringing people and ideas together with a passion for great design and construction and a desire to keep learning What's in It for You Market-leading salary , reviewed annually Profit share bonus (typically 5-10% of salary, first £3,600 tax-free) Car allowance + mileage 26.5 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working policy Company pension & life assurance Training & professional membership fees fully covered (80% of staff are chartered) Annual development reviews with leadership training to help you lead your own team If you're looking for a role where your design expertise truly makes a difference - and where innovation, people, and delivery all come together - this is the opportunity for you. Breakthrough Consulting is an equal opportunities employer.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Looking for a role where design, innovation, and collaboration truly come together? Baxall Construction is an award-winning, platinum IIP main contractor and one of Kent's most respected businesses with a reputation for innovation and teamwork. Effective design management has always been at the heart of what of what Baxall do and the Design Management Department has been the hub around which successful projects have been delivered for over 15 years. Baxall are looking to double their turnover over the next 5 years and they are now looking to strengthen their Design Management team with a Senior Design Manager who can only support the existing team but lead a team as Baxall expand. Why You'll Love Working Here This is a contractor that genuinely looks after its people and leads from the front when it comes to innovation and collaboration. Investors in People - Platinum Constructing Excellence - Integration & Collaborative Working Award RICS - Best Use of BIM Award 10+ National Federation of Builders Awards , including Contractor of the Year Staff turnover below 2% - people stay because promises are kept and it is a great place to work They've even partnered with the University of Kent to measure how their buildings perform - from energy efficiency and carbon footprint to the wellbeing and productivity of the people who use them. It's design with purpose - and it shapes everything they do next. About the Role As Senior Design Manager , you'll play a pivotal role from tender through to delivery - guiding the design process and the various internal and external teams from concept to handover. Supporting your team and coordinating with preconstruction as well as delivery teams and ultimately helping to deliver projects that can be built to a budget and exceed client expectations. You'll: Support preconstruction, contributing to bids and tenders for upcoming projects Identify opportunities and challenges in design and coordinate innovative solutions Work closely with the PM and QS to ensure quality, buildability, and commercial success Lead coordination across clients, consultants, and supply chain partners Projects typically range from £5M-£20M , covering sectors such as education, leisure, commercial, and high-end residential . About You You're a team player who loves finding smart, practical design solutions - someone who enjoys bringing people and ideas together with a passion for great design and construction and a desire to keep learning What's in It for You Market-leading salary , reviewed annually Profit share bonus (typically 5-10% of salary, first £3,600 tax-free) Car allowance + mileage 26.5 days holiday + bank holidays Flexible working policy Company pension & life assurance Training & professional membership fees fully covered (80% of staff are chartered) Annual development reviews with leadership training to help you lead your own team If you're looking for a role where your design expertise truly makes a difference - and where innovation, people, and delivery all come together - this is the opportunity for you. Breakthrough Consulting is an equal opportunities employer.
Home based, with occasional travel to offices in Nuneaton and Cowley £60,000 - £75,000 plus car / car allowance, 33 days holiday, pension, bonus, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role As a Strategic Bid Manager at Unipart you will spearhead the end-to-end bid management process, transforming customer requirements into high-impact, winning tender responses across Unipart's diverse sectors and capabilities. As part of your key responsibilities you'll: Lead an extended team through the defined bid management process for each new business opportunity, ensuring all tenders adhere to the established gateways and stakeholder RACI. Be accountable for the allocated response to public and private tenders and proposals, across any of our sectors and capabilities. Lead 'capture' bidding activity across appropriate strategic opportunities to ensure Unipart is in an optimal position to win ahead of tender receipt. This will include: win strategy and pricing position to win; market analysis; competitive intelligence gathering; conceptual solution design; and value propositions. Facilitation of key capture meetings including: Black Hats, Blue Teams and Price-To-Win sessions. Write and design, in conjunction with the in-house graphic design team, articulate, concise customer-centric proposals, presentations and other documentation as required Manage the end-to-end production of bid documents and ensure that all proposals are completed on time and fully comply with the customer's specifications and requirements. Ensure a high-quality, aesthetically appealing look and feel of proposal documents. Facilitate 'Value Proposition' sessions, to ensure customer-centric and rationalised win strategies are developed and integrated into submission documents. Track and manage key outputs, actions and clarifications throughout the bid process. Lead tender reviews meetings to drive collaborative sessions with the wider stakeholder team. Work with the wider bid management team on projects to improve bidding processes. Act as an ambassador for bid management practices across the wider Unipart Group. About You We'd love you to have the following skills and experience, but please apply if you think you'd be able to perform well in this role! Strong bid management experience in both the public and private sector. The ability to confidently and persuasively write to a high level. Articulate, with strong verbal and presentation skills. A proficient user of Microsoft Office, in particular PowerPoint and Word. Experience operating at a senior level and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and manage resources/output timelines. Used to working under pressure and to challenging deadlines with energy and passion, and will have the flexibility to deal with change. Experience in the field of supply chain logistics and external bid training (for instance, Shipley or APMP would be advantageous). About Unipart We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers' supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it's your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you 'you' - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.You may have experience of the following: Bid Manager, Senior Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Tender Manager, Business Development Manager, Bid and Proposals Manager, Senior Proposals Manager, Capture Manager, Head of Bids, Bid DirectorREF-
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Home based, with occasional travel to offices in Nuneaton and Cowley £60,000 - £75,000 plus car / car allowance, 33 days holiday, pension, bonus, life assurance, employee assistance programme, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme About the Role As a Strategic Bid Manager at Unipart you will spearhead the end-to-end bid management process, transforming customer requirements into high-impact, winning tender responses across Unipart's diverse sectors and capabilities. As part of your key responsibilities you'll: Lead an extended team through the defined bid management process for each new business opportunity, ensuring all tenders adhere to the established gateways and stakeholder RACI. Be accountable for the allocated response to public and private tenders and proposals, across any of our sectors and capabilities. Lead 'capture' bidding activity across appropriate strategic opportunities to ensure Unipart is in an optimal position to win ahead of tender receipt. This will include: win strategy and pricing position to win; market analysis; competitive intelligence gathering; conceptual solution design; and value propositions. Facilitation of key capture meetings including: Black Hats, Blue Teams and Price-To-Win sessions. Write and design, in conjunction with the in-house graphic design team, articulate, concise customer-centric proposals, presentations and other documentation as required Manage the end-to-end production of bid documents and ensure that all proposals are completed on time and fully comply with the customer's specifications and requirements. Ensure a high-quality, aesthetically appealing look and feel of proposal documents. Facilitate 'Value Proposition' sessions, to ensure customer-centric and rationalised win strategies are developed and integrated into submission documents. Track and manage key outputs, actions and clarifications throughout the bid process. Lead tender reviews meetings to drive collaborative sessions with the wider stakeholder team. Work with the wider bid management team on projects to improve bidding processes. Act as an ambassador for bid management practices across the wider Unipart Group. About You We'd love you to have the following skills and experience, but please apply if you think you'd be able to perform well in this role! Strong bid management experience in both the public and private sector. The ability to confidently and persuasively write to a high level. Articulate, with strong verbal and presentation skills. A proficient user of Microsoft Office, in particular PowerPoint and Word. Experience operating at a senior level and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan and manage resources/output timelines. Used to working under pressure and to challenging deadlines with energy and passion, and will have the flexibility to deal with change. Experience in the field of supply chain logistics and external bid training (for instance, Shipley or APMP would be advantageous). About Unipart We are a supply chain performance improvement partner. We Design, Make, Move, and Improve components in our customers' supply chains, keeping their operations and assets moving and working better, for longer. Through our commitment to continuously driving operational efficiencies, we improve performance - saving time, cost, and carbon. Our ambition is to be the driving force behind efficient, resilient, and sustainable supply chains. Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion We believe that a great workplace is one where you can bring your whole self to work. Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible, inclusive, and based entirely on merit. We define merit through a combination of technical skills and the core behaviours that help our people thrive at Unipart. We welcome applications from everyone, regardless of background or circumstances. We are committed to a policy of equal opportunity that exceeds our statutory obligations under the Equality Act 2010 and subsequent legislation. Whether it's your age, disability, neurodiversity, gender identity, family status, or any other characteristic that makes you 'you' - it is your talent and potential that we value most. Adjustments for you: We want you to perform at your best. If you require any reasonable adjustments or have specific accessibility needs at any stage of the application or interview process, please let us know. We are here to support you.You may have experience of the following: Bid Manager, Senior Bid Manager, Proposals Manager, Tender Manager, Business Development Manager, Bid and Proposals Manager, Senior Proposals Manager, Capture Manager, Head of Bids, Bid DirectorREF-
This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender documentation. Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support future business opportunities. Requirements Proven experience in Senior Bid / Tendering role Experience in highly regulated Manufacturing sector Confident working across Technical, Commercial and Delivery teams Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously Strong leadership skills Eligible to pass SC Clearance Location: Chorley Permanent Salary: 45k - 55k Working Hours: 4 day working week! Monday - Thursday, Full Time. Benefits: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, 5% pension from employer, MediCash Health. Contact Details: CLICK APPLY! Call the office on (phone number removed) and ask for Jacob or contact on (url removed) for more details.
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
This Bid Manager role is responsible for leading the full tendering and bid submission process within a fast-paced engineering and manufacturing environment. Working closely with commercial, engineering, and delivery teams, you will coordinate high-quality, compliant, and commercially competitive proposals whilst driving continuous improvement and supporting business growth. This opportunity would suit an organised and commercially minded professional with experience managing complex tenders, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead bid submissions from initial opportunity through to final presentation and handover. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the end-to-end tender and bid submission process. Coordinate with engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to produce high-quality proposals. Review technical and commercial compliance to ensure competitive and profitable submissions. Manage and mentor the Bid Team whilst improving bid processes and tender documentation. Maintain strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to support future business opportunities. Requirements Proven experience in Senior Bid / Tendering role Experience in highly regulated Manufacturing sector Confident working across Technical, Commercial and Delivery teams Ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously Strong leadership skills Eligible to pass SC Clearance Location: Chorley Permanent Salary: 45k - 55k Working Hours: 4 day working week! Monday - Thursday, Full Time. Benefits: 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, 5% pension from employer, MediCash Health. Contact Details: CLICK APPLY! Call the office on (phone number removed) and ask for Jacob or contact on (url removed) for more details.
We are working with a well-established wastewater treatment provider delivering engineered treatment solutions across the water, environmental, and industrial sectors nationwide. They are now seeking a Proposals Manager to lead the development of commercially focused, technically sound proposals and tenders, preferably based from Monmouth with remote working available. This is a senior role combining commercial leadership, solution design, tender governance, and technical coordination. You will manage the proposals, solutions, process, and laboratory functions, ensuring proposed solutions are practical, compliant, commercially viable, and aligned with operational delivery. What The Role Offers: £70,000 to £80,000 base salary plus performance related bonus up to 18% Senior leadership opportunity within a growing wastewater treatment business High-profile role influencing how complex treatment solutions are proposed and delivered Hybrid / home working available Exposure to major water, environmental, and industrial projects Scope to develop and improve a specialist technical team Opportunity to work closely with senior commercial and operational leadership 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Medicash Scheme and online GP access Pension scheme, life assurance, employee discounts, and referral scheme Responsibilities: Lead the development of technical proposals and tenders from initial concept through to handover Oversee commercially focused solution design, working closely with technical teams where further detail is required Provide leadership, guidance, and support to Solutions Engineers across proposals and tender activity Review proposed treatment solutions to ensure design integrity, risk awareness, and delivery feasibility Support the Sales Team by ensuring proposals are clear, accurate, practical, and aligned with client requirements Lead initial contract reviews on tenders and bids, liaising with legal support where required Manage technical engagement with clients during tender and design stages Ensure commercial and technical governance processes are followed across all proposals Oversee laboratory operations, quality control, and service delivery performance Drive improvements in proposal processes, tools, standards, and ways of working Skills & Experience: Significant experience within water or wastewater treatment Background in civil, chemical, environmental engineering, or a related technical discipline Strong understanding of process design and engineered treatment solutions Experience leading complex technical proposals, tenders, or bid submissions Commercial understanding of cost estimation, whole life cost, and value-driven solutions Ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Engineering, and Projects teams Experience reviewing technical solutions including design, costing, risk, and delivery considerations Strong leadership experience with the ability to support and develop technical teams Knowledge of environmental compliance, water sector standards, and technical governance Experience with contract forms such as NEC or laboratory/testing environments advantageous Summary Position : Proposals Manager Location : Monmouth preferred, hybrid/remote working available Duration : Permanent Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus (up to 18%) Start : Notice dependent This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced proposals or solutions leader to take ownership of a key commercial function within a growing wastewater treatment business Apply Now
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
We are working with a well-established wastewater treatment provider delivering engineered treatment solutions across the water, environmental, and industrial sectors nationwide. They are now seeking a Proposals Manager to lead the development of commercially focused, technically sound proposals and tenders, preferably based from Monmouth with remote working available. This is a senior role combining commercial leadership, solution design, tender governance, and technical coordination. You will manage the proposals, solutions, process, and laboratory functions, ensuring proposed solutions are practical, compliant, commercially viable, and aligned with operational delivery. What The Role Offers: £70,000 to £80,000 base salary plus performance related bonus up to 18% Senior leadership opportunity within a growing wastewater treatment business High-profile role influencing how complex treatment solutions are proposed and delivered Hybrid / home working available Exposure to major water, environmental, and industrial projects Scope to develop and improve a specialist technical team Opportunity to work closely with senior commercial and operational leadership 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Medicash Scheme and online GP access Pension scheme, life assurance, employee discounts, and referral scheme Responsibilities: Lead the development of technical proposals and tenders from initial concept through to handover Oversee commercially focused solution design, working closely with technical teams where further detail is required Provide leadership, guidance, and support to Solutions Engineers across proposals and tender activity Review proposed treatment solutions to ensure design integrity, risk awareness, and delivery feasibility Support the Sales Team by ensuring proposals are clear, accurate, practical, and aligned with client requirements Lead initial contract reviews on tenders and bids, liaising with legal support where required Manage technical engagement with clients during tender and design stages Ensure commercial and technical governance processes are followed across all proposals Oversee laboratory operations, quality control, and service delivery performance Drive improvements in proposal processes, tools, standards, and ways of working Skills & Experience: Significant experience within water or wastewater treatment Background in civil, chemical, environmental engineering, or a related technical discipline Strong understanding of process design and engineered treatment solutions Experience leading complex technical proposals, tenders, or bid submissions Commercial understanding of cost estimation, whole life cost, and value-driven solutions Ability to work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, Engineering, and Projects teams Experience reviewing technical solutions including design, costing, risk, and delivery considerations Strong leadership experience with the ability to support and develop technical teams Knowledge of environmental compliance, water sector standards, and technical governance Experience with contract forms such as NEC or laboratory/testing environments advantageous Summary Position : Proposals Manager Location : Monmouth preferred, hybrid/remote working available Duration : Permanent Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 + Bonus (up to 18%) Start : Notice dependent This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced proposals or solutions leader to take ownership of a key commercial function within a growing wastewater treatment business Apply Now
Job Title: Associate - Town Planning Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global multidisciplinary consultancy in the search for an Associate Director to join its growing Planning team in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a senior leadership role within one of the world's most highly regarded consultancies, working on a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and development projects that are shaping communities and driving sustainable growth across the UK and internationally. The Opportunity The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and delivering complex planning projects across sectors including transport, energy, residential, regeneration, environmental infrastructure and public sector development. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will have the opportunity to influence major projects while supporting the continued growth of the planning team. Key Responsibilities Acting as Planning Lead on major projects across a range of sectors and markets. Leading multidisciplinary project teams and taking responsibility for project delivery and client management. Providing strategic planning advice to clients throughout the development process. Preparing and contributing to bids, tenders and framework submissions. Building and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Supporting business development activities and contributing to market growth initiatives. Mentoring and developing junior members of the planning team. Working collaboratively with colleagues across planning, environmental, engineering and design disciplines. Requirements A relevant Planning degree. MRTPI qualified. Significant experience within town planning consultancy, local authority or a related environment. Strong knowledge of strategic planning, planning policy and development management. Experience of Environmental Impact Assessment processes. Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO or equivalent consenting regimes. Proven project management skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrable experience in client relationship management and business development. Experience in work winning and supporting the growth of a planning team. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and provide leadership on complex projects. What's on Offer The opportunity to work on nationally significant and internationally recognised projects. A genuine leadership position with clear opportunities for further progression. Exposure to a broad and varied project portfolio across multiple sectors. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. A collaborative and supportive working environment within a leading global consultancy. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Associate looking to further their career with a globally recognised consultancy delivering some of the UK's and the world's most exciting and complex development and infrastructure projects. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Jun 30, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Associate - Town Planning Location: Birmingham Penguin Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global multidisciplinary consultancy in the search for an Associate Director to join its growing Planning team in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced planning professional to take on a senior leadership role within one of the world's most highly regarded consultancies, working on a diverse portfolio of major infrastructure and development projects that are shaping communities and driving sustainable growth across the UK and internationally. The Opportunity The successful candidate will play a key role in leading and delivering complex planning projects across sectors including transport, energy, residential, regeneration, environmental infrastructure and public sector development. Working within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, you will have the opportunity to influence major projects while supporting the continued growth of the planning team. Key Responsibilities Acting as Planning Lead on major projects across a range of sectors and markets. Leading multidisciplinary project teams and taking responsibility for project delivery and client management. Providing strategic planning advice to clients throughout the development process. Preparing and contributing to bids, tenders and framework submissions. Building and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying new business opportunities. Supporting business development activities and contributing to market growth initiatives. Mentoring and developing junior members of the planning team. Working collaboratively with colleagues across planning, environmental, engineering and design disciplines. Requirements A relevant Planning degree. MRTPI qualified. Significant experience within town planning consultancy, local authority or a related environment. Strong knowledge of strategic planning, planning policy and development management. Experience of Environmental Impact Assessment processes. Understanding of TCPA, DCO, TWAO or equivalent consenting regimes. Proven project management skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrable experience in client relationship management and business development. Experience in work winning and supporting the growth of a planning team. Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams and provide leadership on complex projects. What's on Offer The opportunity to work on nationally significant and internationally recognised projects. A genuine leadership position with clear opportunities for further progression. Exposure to a broad and varied project portfolio across multiple sectors. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. A collaborative and supportive working environment within a leading global consultancy. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Associate looking to further their career with a globally recognised consultancy delivering some of the UK's and the world's most exciting and complex development and infrastructure projects. Interested? The hiring manager is looking to meet with suitable candidates ASAP so if you meet the above criteria, please contact Josh Jones on (phone number removed) or (url removed)
Sewell Wallis is working with a renowned South Yorkshire-based organisation, who are looking to add a Qualified Finance Business Partner to their growing team in Sheffield. This will initially be a temporary role, with scope to develop into a permanent position. The successful candidate will need to be fully CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified with previous experience working in a Finance Business Partner role. This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who is confident in building strong stakeholder relationships, supporting cost control initiatives and preparing business cases for key capital projects. What will you be doing? Provide impactful and effective finance business partnering to Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams Deliver high quality business and financial analysis, with detailed outcomes and benefits, to identify and present coherent rationales for change, to support continued coordinated, consistent and effective delivery of services Work with the relevant stakeholders to timetable the production of the monthly management accounts, the annual budgeting and in-year forecasting process that is aligned to business plans. Drive continuous improvement in financial management reporting, forecasting and analysis. Drive continuous customer experience improvement by simplifying and improving financial processes to provide your collective internal and external customers with an efficient and effective finance experience. Provide financial acumen, support and challenge to income generation teams, including pricing and financial analysis of new and existing products, contracts and development of process efficiencies and definition of solutions for operational effectiveness Drive analysis and review of information and processes (including cost base and pricing) to ensure operations achieve value for money, sustainability, and maximise their commercial output and resource efficiencies Provide insight through KPIs and reports that offer relevant insight and information on Enterprise business units Provide a clear and understandable narrative to stakeholders and the rest of the team, advocating good accounting principles and helping to educate, inform and develop others within the wider finance team Identify financial risks and ensure that adequate measures and controls are in place for them to be controlled and managed or escalated where necessary. Work with operational business partners to provide the financial analysis and appraisal for bids, tenders and business cases, including cost/benefit of capex investment projects, and support the preparation and submission of business cases to Executive Teams for approval. Work together with the commercial analytics team to provide insightful metrics, analysis and reporting to help explain and predict likely performance, highlighting risks & opportunities, including comparison of competitors and external market markers Utilise technology and tools to continuously improve the presentation and content of the financial management reports to best support and meet the needs of Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams. The FBP also supports the Senior Finance Planning & Strategy Manager - Enterprise and operates within a team to deliver against the broader responsibilities and strategic direction for the Enterprise network and broader FP&A remit What skills are we looking for? Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) You'll be a commercial finance manager or FBP and will have a strong background in analysis and presenting. Demonstrable, previous, extensive experience in a finance business partner role What's on offer? Flexible, hybrid working 25 days holiday (increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days) + bank holidays Pension contributions matched up to 8% Life assurance 2 x basic salary Holiday purchase/sell scheme Cycle to work scheme/ Electric Vehicle Scheme Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme Discounts - you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Jun 27, 2026
Seasonal
Sewell Wallis is working with a renowned South Yorkshire-based organisation, who are looking to add a Qualified Finance Business Partner to their growing team in Sheffield. This will initially be a temporary role, with scope to develop into a permanent position. The successful candidate will need to be fully CIMA, ACCA or ACA qualified with previous experience working in a Finance Business Partner role. This is a brilliant opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who is confident in building strong stakeholder relationships, supporting cost control initiatives and preparing business cases for key capital projects. What will you be doing? Provide impactful and effective finance business partnering to Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams Deliver high quality business and financial analysis, with detailed outcomes and benefits, to identify and present coherent rationales for change, to support continued coordinated, consistent and effective delivery of services Work with the relevant stakeholders to timetable the production of the monthly management accounts, the annual budgeting and in-year forecasting process that is aligned to business plans. Drive continuous improvement in financial management reporting, forecasting and analysis. Drive continuous customer experience improvement by simplifying and improving financial processes to provide your collective internal and external customers with an efficient and effective finance experience. Provide financial acumen, support and challenge to income generation teams, including pricing and financial analysis of new and existing products, contracts and development of process efficiencies and definition of solutions for operational effectiveness Drive analysis and review of information and processes (including cost base and pricing) to ensure operations achieve value for money, sustainability, and maximise their commercial output and resource efficiencies Provide insight through KPIs and reports that offer relevant insight and information on Enterprise business units Provide a clear and understandable narrative to stakeholders and the rest of the team, advocating good accounting principles and helping to educate, inform and develop others within the wider finance team Identify financial risks and ensure that adequate measures and controls are in place for them to be controlled and managed or escalated where necessary. Work with operational business partners to provide the financial analysis and appraisal for bids, tenders and business cases, including cost/benefit of capex investment projects, and support the preparation and submission of business cases to Executive Teams for approval. Work together with the commercial analytics team to provide insightful metrics, analysis and reporting to help explain and predict likely performance, highlighting risks & opportunities, including comparison of competitors and external market markers Utilise technology and tools to continuously improve the presentation and content of the financial management reports to best support and meet the needs of Budget Holders, the Senior Management and Executive Teams. The FBP also supports the Senior Finance Planning & Strategy Manager - Enterprise and operates within a team to deliver against the broader responsibilities and strategic direction for the Enterprise network and broader FP&A remit What skills are we looking for? Professional Accounting Qualification (ACA, ACCA or CIMA) You'll be a commercial finance manager or FBP and will have a strong background in analysis and presenting. Demonstrable, previous, extensive experience in a finance business partner role What's on offer? Flexible, hybrid working 25 days holiday (increasing by 1 day per year up to 30 days) + bank holidays Pension contributions matched up to 8% Life assurance 2 x basic salary Holiday purchase/sell scheme Cycle to work scheme/ Electric Vehicle Scheme Health and Wellbeing portal - access to financial, health and wellbeing support and an Employee Assistance Programme Discounts - you will have access to Blue Light and NHS Discounts as well as discounts on mobile phones, gym membership, cinema tickets, restaurants, holidays and shopping Send us your CV below or contact Lawrie Bacon for more information. To apply please send your CV, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications please accept that if we have not responded to your application within seven days, your application has not been successful. Sewell Wallis is a specialist recruitment company with a vast amount of experience in our industry we offer permanent, temporary and interim recruitment support for accounting and finance, human resources and business support positions. We recruit at all levels within finance from Purchase Ledger Administrator and Credit Controller level through to Financial Controller and Director positions. With offices in Sheffield and Leeds, we are well situated to cover all of South Yorkshire, West Yorkshire and Manchester. Please visit our website for more information on accountancy and finance jobs and human resources or business support positions.
Tenders, Bids and Proposals Programme Manager required to lead a Defence programme and bid management team who work to deliver a portfolio of complex programmes and bids. Programme Managers own complex bids from capture to win and delivery this role leads that team and is also responsible for the preparation and presentation of monthly programme status reports to the Senior Leadership. You will also develop and maintain robust programme management processes, identify, mitigate and manage programme risks and balance resources with post sale system deliveries. Requirements Leadership experience of programme and bid management within complex ideally defence related industry. Experience of running Projects and Bids from conception to signature. Hands on Project Management defence sector experience. Qualifications such as APM, MSP, PMP, PRINCE2, or similar. Fluent in matrix management and multi disciplinary leadership. Responsibilities Head up Programme and Bid Management overseeing bid strategy, resourcing, governance, and reporting to senior management. Deploy resources balancing priorities across live programmes and concurrent bids. Liaise with customers as needed to refine requirement capture or plan execution of programmes.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Tenders, Bids and Proposals Programme Manager required to lead a Defence programme and bid management team who work to deliver a portfolio of complex programmes and bids. Programme Managers own complex bids from capture to win and delivery this role leads that team and is also responsible for the preparation and presentation of monthly programme status reports to the Senior Leadership. You will also develop and maintain robust programme management processes, identify, mitigate and manage programme risks and balance resources with post sale system deliveries. Requirements Leadership experience of programme and bid management within complex ideally defence related industry. Experience of running Projects and Bids from conception to signature. Hands on Project Management defence sector experience. Qualifications such as APM, MSP, PMP, PRINCE2, or similar. Fluent in matrix management and multi disciplinary leadership. Responsibilities Head up Programme and Bid Management overseeing bid strategy, resourcing, governance, and reporting to senior management. Deploy resources balancing priorities across live programmes and concurrent bids. Liaise with customers as needed to refine requirement capture or plan execution of programmes.
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 27, 2026
Full time
Remote Based - UK Wide Ready to make a bigger impact in the Water & Wastewater sector? You understand the industry. You know how framework agreements work. You understand procurement cycles, AMP investment programmes and the complexities of selling into water utilities and their supply chains. Most importantly, you know how to build relationships that generate long-term commercial success. If you're looking for an opportunity where your industry knowledge, network and commercial expertise can genuinely influence the growth of a business, this could be the role you've been waiting for. We're recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a well-established international engineering business operating within the UK Water & Wastewater sector. This is a high-profile role combining strategic business development, account management and future leadership opportunities. You'll play a key role in the continued growth of the wastewater division. The Opportunity The business is entering an exciting period of growth and investment. Working closely with the Sales Director and an experienced senior leadership team, you'll be responsible for driving commercial growth across the wastewater market, developing relationships with key customers and identifying opportunities within both existing and new accounts. While there is a strong focus on winning new business, there is also substantial growth potential within existing customer accounts. With no dedicated commercial ownership of several key relationships, there is considerable scope to identify and develop untapped revenue streams. This is more than a traditional sales role. You'll be involved in shaping commercial strategy, influencing future growth plans and helping build the foundations for the next generation of commercial leadership within the business. As the division continues to grow, there will also be opportunities to progress into team leadership and management responsibilities. What You'll Be Doing Developing and executing business development strategies across the UK wastewater market Building relationships with major water companies, contractors and framework partners Identifying and converting new business opportunities Managing and developing strategic customer accounts Supporting framework negotiations and long-term commercial agreements Working closely with technical, operational and commercial teams to deliver customer-focused solutions Contributing to bids, tenders and commercial proposals Representing the business at industry events and customer meetings Providing market intelligence and identifying emerging opportunities Playing an active role in shaping future sales and growth strategies About You We're keen to speak with commercially driven professionals who already understand the Water, Wastewater or Pumps sector. You may currently be working as a Business Development Manager, Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or in a similar commercial role within the industry. To be successful, you'll ideally have: Experience within the Water, Wastewater or Pumps industry A strong understanding of framework agreements and contract management Knowledge of UK water utilities and their procurement processes Experience selling technical or engineered solutions A proven track record of generating and converting new business opportunities Experience supporting bids, tenders and major projects Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills The ability to work autonomously and manage your own priorities Previous people management experience is welcome but not essential This role would suit an experienced commercial professional looking for greater strategic influence, as well as ambitious individuals seeking a future pathway into leadership. If you're looking for a role where your expertise will be valued, your input will influence commercial strategy and your success will directly contribute to the future growth of the business, we'd love to hear from you.
Are you an experienced Bid Manager looking to step into a senior leadership role where you can shape strategy, influence business growth, and lead high-profile tender submissions? We're recruiting for a Senior Bid Manager to join a leading organisation within the property and facilities management sector. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of complex public and private sector bids, lead a talented bid team, and play a key role in securing new business across a diverse range of consultancy, property, and FM services. With flexible UK locations and hybrid working available, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, influence bid strategy, and drive continuous improvement across a growing national business. The Role As Senior Bid Manager, you will: Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex PQQs, ITTs, frameworks, and strategic tender submissions. Develop winning bid strategies aligned with client requirements, evaluation criteria, and business objectives. Manage and mentor Bid Managers and Coordinators, driving quality, consistency, and best practice. Collaborate with Directors, technical specialists, and operational teams to produce compelling, high-scoring submissions. Drive continuous improvement across bid processes, governance, content libraries, and submission quality. You To be successful in this Senior Bid Manager role, you'll bring: Significant bid management experience within facilities management, property, construction, consultancy, or professional services. A proven track record of managing and winning complex public and private sector tenders. Experience leading bid teams and coordinating senior stakeholders across multiple disciplines. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously. What's in it for you? Join a growing organisation where your work will directly influence business growth and long-term success. Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Opportunity to lead high-profile national bids and framework opportunities. Career progression within a growing and ambitious business. Professional development, training, and a collaborative leadership culture. Apply Now! If you're an accomplished Bid Manager ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. To apply for this Senior Bid Manager position, click 'Apply Now' and send your CV to Lili Orton. Interviews are taking place now, so apply today to join a business where your expertise will directly influence growth, success, and long-term client partnerships.
Jun 25, 2026
Full time
Are you an experienced Bid Manager looking to step into a senior leadership role where you can shape strategy, influence business growth, and lead high-profile tender submissions? We're recruiting for a Senior Bid Manager to join a leading organisation within the property and facilities management sector. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of complex public and private sector bids, lead a talented bid team, and play a key role in securing new business across a diverse range of consultancy, property, and FM services. With flexible UK locations and hybrid working available, you'll have the opportunity to work closely with senior stakeholders, influence bid strategy, and drive continuous improvement across a growing national business. The Role As Senior Bid Manager, you will: Lead the end-to-end delivery of complex PQQs, ITTs, frameworks, and strategic tender submissions. Develop winning bid strategies aligned with client requirements, evaluation criteria, and business objectives. Manage and mentor Bid Managers and Coordinators, driving quality, consistency, and best practice. Collaborate with Directors, technical specialists, and operational teams to produce compelling, high-scoring submissions. Drive continuous improvement across bid processes, governance, content libraries, and submission quality. You To be successful in this Senior Bid Manager role, you'll bring: Significant bid management experience within facilities management, property, construction, consultancy, or professional services. A proven track record of managing and winning complex public and private sector tenders. Experience leading bid teams and coordinating senior stakeholders across multiple disciplines. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills with strong attention to detail. Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously. What's in it for you? Join a growing organisation where your work will directly influence business growth and long-term success. Competitive salary of £70,000 - £75,000. Hybrid and flexible working arrangements. Opportunity to lead high-profile national bids and framework opportunities. Career progression within a growing and ambitious business. Professional development, training, and a collaborative leadership culture. Apply Now! If you're an accomplished Bid Manager ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. To apply for this Senior Bid Manager position, click 'Apply Now' and send your CV to Lili Orton. Interviews are taking place now, so apply today to join a business where your expertise will directly influence growth, success, and long-term client partnerships.
Electrical Estimator / Senior Electrical Estimator (Building Services Fit Out & Refurbishment) Location: Central London We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist electrical contractor delivering projects from £500k up to £5m across commercial offices, CAT A & CAT B fit-outs, refurbishments, and hospitality. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to play a key role within a successful and growing business. The Role As Electrical Estimator, you will: Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for projects from £500k to £5m Analyse drawings, specifications, and client requirements to produce detailed cost plans Work closely with the pre-construction team, project managers, and directors to ensure successful bids Source supplier and subcontractor quotations and build relationships to secure best value Support client meetings, bid presentations, and handover to project teams About You Experienced Electrical Estimator or Senior Electrical Estimator within Building Services Strong background in commercial, office fit-out, refurbishment, or related projects Proven track record delivering tenders in the £500k to £5m range Excellent commercial awareness and client-facing skills This role would suit those currently working as an Electrical Estimator, Senior Electrical Estimator, or Electrical Pre-Construction Manager within the Building Services sector. Remuneration Package Electrical Estimator Base Salary: £65,000 to £80,000 reflective of experience and seniority. Travel Allowance + Expenses Generous Bonus Scheme Private Healthcare & Pension Options Laptop & Mobile Phone Ongoing Training & Development Career progression opportunities into senior management Collaborative and supportive team environment Occasional Work From Home flexibility If you would like to be considered for the position of Electrical Estimator, please apply online now or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd for a confidential conversation. About David Leslie Ltd David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered.
Oct 05, 2025
Full time
Electrical Estimator / Senior Electrical Estimator (Building Services Fit Out & Refurbishment) Location: Central London We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist electrical contractor delivering projects from £500k up to £5m across commercial offices, CAT A & CAT B fit-outs, refurbishments, and hospitality. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estimator to play a key role within a successful and growing business. The Role As Electrical Estimator, you will: Prepare accurate and competitive tenders for projects from £500k to £5m Analyse drawings, specifications, and client requirements to produce detailed cost plans Work closely with the pre-construction team, project managers, and directors to ensure successful bids Source supplier and subcontractor quotations and build relationships to secure best value Support client meetings, bid presentations, and handover to project teams About You Experienced Electrical Estimator or Senior Electrical Estimator within Building Services Strong background in commercial, office fit-out, refurbishment, or related projects Proven track record delivering tenders in the £500k to £5m range Excellent commercial awareness and client-facing skills This role would suit those currently working as an Electrical Estimator, Senior Electrical Estimator, or Electrical Pre-Construction Manager within the Building Services sector. Remuneration Package Electrical Estimator Base Salary: £65,000 to £80,000 reflective of experience and seniority. Travel Allowance + Expenses Generous Bonus Scheme Private Healthcare & Pension Options Laptop & Mobile Phone Ongoing Training & Development Career progression opportunities into senior management Collaborative and supportive team environment Occasional Work From Home flexibility If you would like to be considered for the position of Electrical Estimator, please apply online now or contact Rob Green at David Leslie Ltd for a confidential conversation. About David Leslie Ltd David Leslie Ltd is a family-run construction recruitment consultancy with over 20 years experience connecting professionals and employers across the UK. Specialising in the Building, Fit-Out, and M&E Building Services sectors, our approach is built on trust, integrity, and long-term partnerships, ensuring both clients and candidates receive a service that is personal, transparent, and expertly delivered.
Senior Business Development Manager Worcester Up to £80,000 Car allowance, Commission, Pension, Holidays, Additional benefits Are you an experienced BDM with expert knowledge of the oil and gas sector? Can you travel within the UK and internationally when required? Do you have experience in building longstanding business relationships? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes are currently recruiting for our client in Worcester is looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives within their specific markets (oil and gas, energy). You will need to have a strong background in engineering services and a great understanding of the oil and gas sector with a proven track record of securing high-value contracts and partnerships. The Role: Responsibilities are but aren t limited to: You will develop and execute business development strategies to expand the company s footprint in their specific project sectors. You ll identify and pursue new business opportunities, which will include growing the customer base, contacts and project contracts. You ll win profitable orders with a focus on growing market share. You ll work alongside sales managers within the business and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, bids, and tenders. Represent the company at industry events. Make regular site visits to customers and prospects, both in the UK and overseas. Regularly report on sales activity and planned future sales visits. The Candidate: Degree in engineering, or equivalent business qualification. Proven experience in business development within the oil and gas or energy engineering sector. Demonstrated success in securing large-scale contracts and managing negotiations. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Proficiency in CRM tools Willing to travel domestically and internationally Self-motivated with a strong desire for personal development Knowledge of engineered rotating equipment The Benefits: Up to £80,000 per annum Car allowance up to £600 per month 25 days holidays + bank holidays Matched pension plan Income protection Life assurance If you are interested, please call Josh Hoyle on (phone number removed) or apply online Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Senior Business Development Manager Worcester Up to £80,000 Car allowance, Commission, Pension, Holidays, Additional benefits Are you an experienced BDM with expert knowledge of the oil and gas sector? Can you travel within the UK and internationally when required? Do you have experience in building longstanding business relationships? Then get in touch! Kingston Barnes are currently recruiting for our client in Worcester is looking for a Senior Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives within their specific markets (oil and gas, energy). You will need to have a strong background in engineering services and a great understanding of the oil and gas sector with a proven track record of securing high-value contracts and partnerships. The Role: Responsibilities are but aren t limited to: You will develop and execute business development strategies to expand the company s footprint in their specific project sectors. You ll identify and pursue new business opportunities, which will include growing the customer base, contacts and project contracts. You ll win profitable orders with a focus on growing market share. You ll work alongside sales managers within the business and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders. Support the preparation of technical and commercial proposals, bids, and tenders. Represent the company at industry events. Make regular site visits to customers and prospects, both in the UK and overseas. Regularly report on sales activity and planned future sales visits. The Candidate: Degree in engineering, or equivalent business qualification. Proven experience in business development within the oil and gas or energy engineering sector. Demonstrated success in securing large-scale contracts and managing negotiations. Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Proficiency in CRM tools Willing to travel domestically and internationally Self-motivated with a strong desire for personal development Knowledge of engineered rotating equipment The Benefits: Up to £80,000 per annum Car allowance up to £600 per month 25 days holidays + bank holidays Matched pension plan Income protection Life assurance If you are interested, please call Josh Hoyle on (phone number removed) or apply online Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK to apply for this position
HEAD OF BIDS & PROPOSALS - Social Housing Refurbishment North of England Competitive + comprehensive benefits package Prosper Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established and highly reputable main contractor with an excellent standing in the social housing refurbishment and retrofit industry across the North of England. Due to continued growth and expansion plans, they are recruiting for a Head of Bids & Proposals/Senior Bids Manager. The successful candidate will possess a diverse skill set to lead the entire end-to-end bid journey and will be able to get involved in the details, including the development of compelling bid content and bid writing. You will need to be detail-oriented, with experience in managing people and processes, as well as experience writing social housing refurbishment and retrofit public sector tenders. You will have experience bidding within social housing refurbishment and retrofit; therefore, you will be able to draw on your experience to develop compelling and high-quality written submissions that reflect the solutions required to support social housing providers in achieving their purpose as organisations. The Head of Bids & Proposals/Senior Bid Manager is a group role that will play a critical role in shaping the business development strategy and enhancing the company's competitive edge in the market across the Northwest, Northeast, Yorkshire, and East Midlands regions. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in bid management, proposal writing, and team leadership. They will drive the pursuit of new business opportunities through effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners. RESPONSIBILITIES Accountability of the end-to-end bid process for competitive opportunities across the core business units and subsidiaries. Responsible for the management and actual development of the quality elements, including: Appraising the opportunity and understanding the key requirements, including win themes and golden thread, as well as deliverable requirements. Launching the opportunity across the business in a collaborative way to invite debate and discussion to develop a solution. Working with subject matter experts to collect information based on the requirements of the bid, understand this information and then use this information to communicate with the client through the written submission. Writing and developing the content for the qualitative answers. Responsible for completing SQs as well as with supporting any post-submission interviews/presentations. Working closely with the Estimating team (who are responsible for the pricing of the opportunity) as well as other core team members, including Legal Counsel, operational delivery teams, social value, etc. Team Management: Lead, motivate, and develop the bids and proposals team to ensure high-quality outputs and continuous improvement. Line Management responsibilities for the Bid Manager and any freelance bid support. Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor strategies, and potential opportunities to inform bid strategies. Undertaking pre-bid work for key opportunities, including client specific research and engagement. Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to understand their requirements and enhance proposal quality. REQUIREMENTS Proven experience (5+ years) in bid management or a similar position, with a strong track record of successful bid submissions within social housing refurbishment and retrofit. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively. Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience in fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines. Proficiency in proposal management software and tools. Knowledge of trends and regulations is a plus. ATTRIBUTES People-focussed and able to lead a team of subject matter experts within a high-pressure environment, adhering to strict deadlines. Adaptable and able to respond quickly, depending on the needs of the business and the release of opportunities Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing business opportunities. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. INDAF
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
HEAD OF BIDS & PROPOSALS - Social Housing Refurbishment North of England Competitive + comprehensive benefits package Prosper Recruitment is working in partnership with a well-established and highly reputable main contractor with an excellent standing in the social housing refurbishment and retrofit industry across the North of England. Due to continued growth and expansion plans, they are recruiting for a Head of Bids & Proposals/Senior Bids Manager. The successful candidate will possess a diverse skill set to lead the entire end-to-end bid journey and will be able to get involved in the details, including the development of compelling bid content and bid writing. You will need to be detail-oriented, with experience in managing people and processes, as well as experience writing social housing refurbishment and retrofit public sector tenders. You will have experience bidding within social housing refurbishment and retrofit; therefore, you will be able to draw on your experience to develop compelling and high-quality written submissions that reflect the solutions required to support social housing providers in achieving their purpose as organisations. The Head of Bids & Proposals/Senior Bid Manager is a group role that will play a critical role in shaping the business development strategy and enhancing the company's competitive edge in the market across the Northwest, Northeast, Yorkshire, and East Midlands regions. The ideal candidate will be highly skilled in bid management, proposal writing, and team leadership. They will drive the pursuit of new business opportunities through effective collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners. RESPONSIBILITIES Accountability of the end-to-end bid process for competitive opportunities across the core business units and subsidiaries. Responsible for the management and actual development of the quality elements, including: Appraising the opportunity and understanding the key requirements, including win themes and golden thread, as well as deliverable requirements. Launching the opportunity across the business in a collaborative way to invite debate and discussion to develop a solution. Working with subject matter experts to collect information based on the requirements of the bid, understand this information and then use this information to communicate with the client through the written submission. Writing and developing the content for the qualitative answers. Responsible for completing SQs as well as with supporting any post-submission interviews/presentations. Working closely with the Estimating team (who are responsible for the pricing of the opportunity) as well as other core team members, including Legal Counsel, operational delivery teams, social value, etc. Team Management: Lead, motivate, and develop the bids and proposals team to ensure high-quality outputs and continuous improvement. Line Management responsibilities for the Bid Manager and any freelance bid support. Market Analysis: Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor strategies, and potential opportunities to inform bid strategies. Undertaking pre-bid work for key opportunities, including client specific research and engagement. Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients to understand their requirements and enhance proposal quality. REQUIREMENTS Proven experience (5+ years) in bid management or a similar position, with a strong track record of successful bid submissions within social housing refurbishment and retrofit. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and persuasively. Strong leadership and team management capabilities, with experience in fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Excellent project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple bids simultaneously under tight deadlines. Proficiency in proposal management software and tools. Knowledge of trends and regulations is a plus. ATTRIBUTES People-focussed and able to lead a team of subject matter experts within a high-pressure environment, adhering to strict deadlines. Adaptable and able to respond quickly, depending on the needs of the business and the release of opportunities Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to identifying and pursuing business opportunities. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. INDAF
Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London (Hybrid) Permanent - Full time Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Managerto work within the Power SBU alongside the operation, technical and bidding teams to be the dedicated Commercial Lead for Pre-Contract matters for all tenders. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the SBU, ensuring that all governance is followed whilst working in a pro-active manner to engage and negotiate with new and existing clients. To lead on the negotiation process both upstream and downstream (where required) with effective negotiation strategies in place that protect the businesses "red lines". Key Deliverables Comply with the company's Health and Safety standards ensuring that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the activities they complete. Provide leadership for the whole team (Commercial Team and Wider); in line with company standards and values, working to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals within them. Commercial Contract evaluation for bids including Commercial Review, Legal review, risk profile and mitigation strategy, Insurance and bonds review. Ensure all rates are built up from 1st principles and Market tested. Liaise with other SBU's including internal Professional Services for internal design for prospective tenders Manage contracts and ensure the appropriate commercial rigour in line with Group operating standards are applied. Manage tender costs within the SBU and ensure they are fair and equitable. Lead on Handover to delivery team Complete business reports as detailed by the Managing Director, Operations Director, Commercial Director and/or Senior Commercial Manager Ensure all contracts, up and down supply chain, are in place and appropriate for the business. Provide Projected Cash Flow Forecasts. Value Completed works as required. Identify & notification of Compensation Events (if required) Work with estimator and in turn CVR creation. Attend Client progress meetings and prepare necessary commercial paperwork for OD (if required) Follow procedures for Client Work Approval Manage Application, Invoicing and Debts. Attend cash calls (as required) with details on nonpayment's/approvals. Management of Commercial team (potential for future) Strong knowledge of the business unit's financial targets and forecasting with an understanding of how each element of the forecast is structured, and a focus on working with the Operations team to ensure that this is met every month. What We're Looking For Essential: Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects HV Experience and in particular New Connections/Point of Connections Experience on Various forms of Contract: NEC/JCT/FIDIC Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Pre-Contract Tender Experience Desirable: Experience of successfully managing a team. Qualifications Relevant BSC/MSC degree Chartership and/or Membership to industry recognised body Benefits We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great people. Here's what you can expect: Competitive Salary Company Car/ Car Allowance Salary Sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays (Buy & Sell option) plus 8 Bank Holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Sep 27, 2025
Full time
Pre Contract Power Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Manager London (Hybrid) Permanent - Full time Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom is seeking a Senior Quantity Surveyor / Commercial Managerto work within the Power SBU alongside the operation, technical and bidding teams to be the dedicated Commercial Lead for Pre-Contract matters for all tenders. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager within the SBU, ensuring that all governance is followed whilst working in a pro-active manner to engage and negotiate with new and existing clients. To lead on the negotiation process both upstream and downstream (where required) with effective negotiation strategies in place that protect the businesses "red lines". Key Deliverables Comply with the company's Health and Safety standards ensuring that the safety first and foremost message is visible and alive throughout all activities relating to the activities they complete. Provide leadership for the whole team (Commercial Team and Wider); in line with company standards and values, working to maximise the potential of both the teams and the individuals within them. Commercial Contract evaluation for bids including Commercial Review, Legal review, risk profile and mitigation strategy, Insurance and bonds review. Ensure all rates are built up from 1st principles and Market tested. Liaise with other SBU's including internal Professional Services for internal design for prospective tenders Manage contracts and ensure the appropriate commercial rigour in line with Group operating standards are applied. Manage tender costs within the SBU and ensure they are fair and equitable. Lead on Handover to delivery team Complete business reports as detailed by the Managing Director, Operations Director, Commercial Director and/or Senior Commercial Manager Ensure all contracts, up and down supply chain, are in place and appropriate for the business. Provide Projected Cash Flow Forecasts. Value Completed works as required. Identify & notification of Compensation Events (if required) Work with estimator and in turn CVR creation. Attend Client progress meetings and prepare necessary commercial paperwork for OD (if required) Follow procedures for Client Work Approval Manage Application, Invoicing and Debts. Attend cash calls (as required) with details on nonpayment's/approvals. Management of Commercial team (potential for future) Strong knowledge of the business unit's financial targets and forecasting with an understanding of how each element of the forecast is structured, and a focus on working with the Operations team to ensure that this is met every month. What We're Looking For Essential: Significant Experience of responsibility for the commercial performance of projects HV Experience and in particular New Connections/Point of Connections Experience on Various forms of Contract: NEC/JCT/FIDIC Experience with Civil Engineering and Construction projects Pre-Contract Tender Experience Desirable: Experience of successfully managing a team. Qualifications Relevant BSC/MSC degree Chartership and/or Membership to industry recognised body Benefits We continuously evolve our benefits to attract and retain great people. Here's what you can expect: Competitive Salary Company Car/ Car Allowance Salary Sacrifice car scheme (Hybrid/Electric Vehicle) Pension with a leading provider and up to 8% employer contribution Up to 25 days holidays (Buy & Sell option) plus 8 Bank Holidays Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes. Personal development programme Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be
Role: Bid Manager Location: Home based Salary: up to 75k plus benefits Company Description Our client is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future; Planned maintenance, Gas, retrofit, internal and external refurbishment throughout the country. Their mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure to create a more sustainable and inclusive society. Job Description We are looking for a Bid Manager or a Senior Bid Manager who can contribute to sustained business growth through the management of bid submissions and proposals from initial enquiry to tender submission for projects from 500k to 250m. Please note you will be doing 100% of the writing yourself in this role, you will not have a team to do this for you. Responsible for the timely planning, management and completion of quality submissions Read, understand and extract the key bid requirements from the documentation received and communicate with all parties via Tracking Sheets; Planning and Review meetings Identify and communicate evaluation criteria and its relevance to question specific scores Plan, write & co-ordinate submission responses ensuring client and job specific answers Development of both internal and external relationships in association with the bid process Maintain current information on company good practice from Operational and Service teams Maintain bid momentum and ensure information from operational and service teams is received on time and is of sufficient quality and relevance Maintain a high level of market intelligence, legislative requirements, best practice and Client information, sharing with the team and updating business development systems Identify any past experience with the relevant Client or source information on new clients through Business Development Managers, internet use, etc. Maintaining accurate records of Tender Expected dates, liaising with Estimating to ensure the adequate resource allocation Maintain a high level of market intelligence, legislative requirements and best practice, sharing knowledge throughout the team Identify opportunities to enhance and improve the process Identify company USP's and competitive advantage and ensure these are fed into bids Liaison with Estimators on Tenders for any price/quality synergy and timing of submission Review all bids prior to submission to check relevance, quality and accuracy Manage Site Visit or Interview requirements, identifying a 'Champion' to lead the process Compiling, updating and sharing a library of submission information Management of follow-ups with Clients to secure accurate information Maintaining accurate records relating to win/loss rates, sourcing feedback and creating action plans for improvement and proactively update corporate systems and databases Qualifications Educated to A Level Standard Computer literate in MS Office Proven track record of bid management throughout the full bid lifecycle High Attention to Detail Up to date construction/Industry knowledge and understanding Social Housing knowledge and experience Confident and enthusiastic Technical writing skills and retrofit knowledge Additional Information Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
Role: Bid Manager Location: Home based Salary: up to 75k plus benefits Company Description Our client is comprised of four complementary businesses, all dedicated to realising our vision of creating a connected, sustainable future; Planned maintenance, Gas, retrofit, internal and external refurbishment throughout the country. Their mission is to be the partner and employer of choice for designing, building, maintaining, and connecting communities and critical infrastructure to create a more sustainable and inclusive society. Job Description We are looking for a Bid Manager or a Senior Bid Manager who can contribute to sustained business growth through the management of bid submissions and proposals from initial enquiry to tender submission for projects from 500k to 250m. Please note you will be doing 100% of the writing yourself in this role, you will not have a team to do this for you. Responsible for the timely planning, management and completion of quality submissions Read, understand and extract the key bid requirements from the documentation received and communicate with all parties via Tracking Sheets; Planning and Review meetings Identify and communicate evaluation criteria and its relevance to question specific scores Plan, write & co-ordinate submission responses ensuring client and job specific answers Development of both internal and external relationships in association with the bid process Maintain current information on company good practice from Operational and Service teams Maintain bid momentum and ensure information from operational and service teams is received on time and is of sufficient quality and relevance Maintain a high level of market intelligence, legislative requirements, best practice and Client information, sharing with the team and updating business development systems Identify any past experience with the relevant Client or source information on new clients through Business Development Managers, internet use, etc. Maintaining accurate records of Tender Expected dates, liaising with Estimating to ensure the adequate resource allocation Maintain a high level of market intelligence, legislative requirements and best practice, sharing knowledge throughout the team Identify opportunities to enhance and improve the process Identify company USP's and competitive advantage and ensure these are fed into bids Liaison with Estimators on Tenders for any price/quality synergy and timing of submission Review all bids prior to submission to check relevance, quality and accuracy Manage Site Visit or Interview requirements, identifying a 'Champion' to lead the process Compiling, updating and sharing a library of submission information Management of follow-ups with Clients to secure accurate information Maintaining accurate records relating to win/loss rates, sourcing feedback and creating action plans for improvement and proactively update corporate systems and databases Qualifications Educated to A Level Standard Computer literate in MS Office Proven track record of bid management throughout the full bid lifecycle High Attention to Detail Up to date construction/Industry knowledge and understanding Social Housing knowledge and experience Confident and enthusiastic Technical writing skills and retrofit knowledge Additional Information Applications If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on (phone number removed). Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
ROLE: Senior Estimator - Structural Steel SALARY: 40,000 - 70,000 LOCATION: South Wales Are you an experienced Estimator with a passion for structural steel and landmark infrastructure projects ? We are representing a market-leading steel fabrication specialist with a reputation for delivering complex, high-value works across the UK. With a growing pipeline of high-profile infrastructure and civil engineering projects , they are now seeking a talented Senior Estimator to strengthen their commercial team. Position Overview As Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping successful project outcomes by providing accurate and competitive costings for large-scale structural steel packages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to contribute to the delivery of projects that are helping shape the nation's infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Project Appraisal: Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for large-scale steel and infrastructure works. Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel packages, factoring in fabrication, erection, materials, logistics, and subcontractor services. Tendering & Bids: Develop competitive tender submissions and value-engineered solutions tailored to high-profile infrastructure projects. Supply Chain Collaboration: Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and negotiate competitive pricing. Commercial Risk Management: Identify potential risks, constraints, and opportunities in project delivery, with appropriate mitigation strategies. Cost Database & Benchmarking: Maintain accurate cost databases and ensure estimates reflect current market rates and best practices. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and directors to ensure estimates are aligned with client and project requirements. Required Qualifications & Experience Proven track record as an Estimator in the structural steel industry , ideally with exposure to major infrastructure projects (rail, bridges, highways, stadia, or similar large-scale works). Strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes . Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and industry-standard tools. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple complex tenders and deliver under pressure. For more information on this opportunity, please contact Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
ROLE: Senior Estimator - Structural Steel SALARY: 40,000 - 70,000 LOCATION: South Wales Are you an experienced Estimator with a passion for structural steel and landmark infrastructure projects ? We are representing a market-leading steel fabrication specialist with a reputation for delivering complex, high-value works across the UK. With a growing pipeline of high-profile infrastructure and civil engineering projects , they are now seeking a talented Senior Estimator to strengthen their commercial team. Position Overview As Senior Estimator, you will play a pivotal role in shaping successful project outcomes by providing accurate and competitive costings for large-scale structural steel packages. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious professional to contribute to the delivery of projects that are helping shape the nation's infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Project Appraisal: Analyse drawings, specifications, and tender documentation for large-scale steel and infrastructure works. Cost Estimation: Prepare accurate cost estimates for structural steel packages, factoring in fabrication, erection, materials, logistics, and subcontractor services. Tendering & Bids: Develop competitive tender submissions and value-engineered solutions tailored to high-profile infrastructure projects. Supply Chain Collaboration: Engage with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain and negotiate competitive pricing. Commercial Risk Management: Identify potential risks, constraints, and opportunities in project delivery, with appropriate mitigation strategies. Cost Database & Benchmarking: Maintain accurate cost databases and ensure estimates reflect current market rates and best practices. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, engineers, and directors to ensure estimates are aligned with client and project requirements. Required Qualifications & Experience Proven track record as an Estimator in the structural steel industry , ideally with exposure to major infrastructure projects (rail, bridges, highways, stadia, or similar large-scale works). Strong technical knowledge of steel fabrication and erection processes . Proficiency in estimating software, Microsoft Excel, and industry-standard tools. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple complex tenders and deliver under pressure. For more information on this opportunity, please contact Sharon O'Donnell at The Highfield Company.
Salary: Competitive About the Role: Contract Scotland is recruiting on behalf of regional construction business for a Bid Writer / Bid Manager to join their busy pre-construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in bid writing, technical submissions, or construction management to take responsibility for producing high-quality tender submissions that make a real impact. The role is office-based and full-time, supporting a team where quality submissions are increasingly key recent tenders have been evaluated 70% on quality. Key Responsibilities: Take input from contracts managers and pre-construction teams to craft high-quality tender submissions. Produce clear, concise, and visually engaging documentation using tools such as InDesign . Work within strict guidelines for word counts, page limits, formatting, and branding. Use the company s extensive library of content to develop compelling bids. Ensure submissions meet technical and commercial requirements, including frameworks and NHS-specific projects. Collaborate with multiple internal teams to gather technical content and ensure accuracy. Candidate Requirements: Experience in bid writing, bid management, or pre-construction roles within construction, civil engineering, or related sectors. Strong written communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to interpret technical information and present it clearly to a non-technical audience. Familiarity with construction terminology, tender processes, and frameworks. Experience using InDesign or willingness to learn preferred. Ideally, HNC or degree-level qualification in Construction Management or similar. Desirable Attributes: Experience transitioning from site or contracts management into bid writing. Previous success in winning bids or preparing submissions in a structured, competitive environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with multiple departments to gather information. Benefits: Competitive salary package. Opportunities for professional development and technical skills growth. Supportive environment with exposure to high-quality tender submissions. About the company: The construction business is a leading contractor specialising in construction and fit out projects. With a strong focus on quality submissions and technical excellence, they operate in a competitive market where attention to detail and strong pre-construction planning are key to winning work. How to Apply: Please send your CV Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
Salary: Competitive About the Role: Contract Scotland is recruiting on behalf of regional construction business for a Bid Writer / Bid Manager to join their busy pre-construction team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a background in bid writing, technical submissions, or construction management to take responsibility for producing high-quality tender submissions that make a real impact. The role is office-based and full-time, supporting a team where quality submissions are increasingly key recent tenders have been evaluated 70% on quality. Key Responsibilities: Take input from contracts managers and pre-construction teams to craft high-quality tender submissions. Produce clear, concise, and visually engaging documentation using tools such as InDesign . Work within strict guidelines for word counts, page limits, formatting, and branding. Use the company s extensive library of content to develop compelling bids. Ensure submissions meet technical and commercial requirements, including frameworks and NHS-specific projects. Collaborate with multiple internal teams to gather technical content and ensure accuracy. Candidate Requirements: Experience in bid writing, bid management, or pre-construction roles within construction, civil engineering, or related sectors. Strong written communication skills and attention to detail. Ability to interpret technical information and present it clearly to a non-technical audience. Familiarity with construction terminology, tender processes, and frameworks. Experience using InDesign or willingness to learn preferred. Ideally, HNC or degree-level qualification in Construction Management or similar. Desirable Attributes: Experience transitioning from site or contracts management into bid writing. Previous success in winning bids or preparing submissions in a structured, competitive environment. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with multiple departments to gather information. Benefits: Competitive salary package. Opportunities for professional development and technical skills growth. Supportive environment with exposure to high-quality tender submissions. About the company: The construction business is a leading contractor specialising in construction and fit out projects. With a strong focus on quality submissions and technical excellence, they operate in a competitive market where attention to detail and strong pre-construction planning are key to winning work. How to Apply: Please send your CV Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.
