Bid manager

Atrium Recruitment proudly presents an opportunity to join a leading major contractor based in Cambridge as their Bid Manager. This pivotal role offers the chance to spearhead bids for high-profile projects within the life sciences and education sectors, opening doors to significant growth opportunities for the right candidate. Key Responsibilities: Develop bid strategies and assess the feasibility of compliant tenders, including the generation of non-compliant tenders or alternative proposals when necessary. Create and manage Bid Programmes, Response Trackers, and Budgets to streamline the bidding process effectively. Clearly communicate project requirements to the bid team, ensuring alignment with project objectives. Provide technical and operational input to enhance the quality of proposed technical solutions. Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Write, contribute to, or review technical and SHESQ responses to ensure compliance and excellence. Collaborate with Estimators to align estimating strategies with project objectives and budget constraints. Lead the procurement process for designers, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering collaborative partnerships. Chair meetings and interviews with prospective partners, facilitating effective communication and collaboration. Establish Project Programme Strategies with the Planning Manager, providing technical support for alignment with project goals. Review Project Programmes to identify risks and optimization opportunities. Ensure timely achievement of tender response review gateways, maintaining alignment with project milestones. Implement mitigation measures in case of programme slip to ensure subsequent milestones are met. Manage and respond to Technical Queries from Clients and suppliers, ensuring clear communication and issue resolution. Oversee the full bid/tender stage to ensure completeness and accuracy of submissions. Ideal Candidate: Proven experience as a Bid Manager in the construction industry, with a track record of successfully securing high-value projects. Strong strategic thinking and decision-making skills, capable of developing and executing winning bid strategies. Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with the capacity to lead and motivate cross-functional teams. Technical proficiency and a thorough understanding of construction processes and regulations. Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills, capable of identifying and mitigating project risks effectively. Package: Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme and healthcare coverage. Opportunities for professional development and training