Bid Manager in Corsham

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Job Description

Company Overview

At Sweet Projects, we work with the data, defence and energy sectors. We are a comprehensive design, construction and engineering provider, offering services spanning site acquisition, architecture, and refurbishment to client occupancy. In our world, there are no simple projects, only specialist needs and clever solutions.

We are a general contracting business, drawing on over forty years of specialised industry experience to provide excellent service, sustain long-term partnerships and achieve the highest quality outcome for key clients, whilst maintaining financial commitments.

Purpose

The primary responsibility of the Bid Manager is to lead and manage the work acquisition process. This includes the coordination and delivery of Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), tender submissions, client presentations, framework management and cost plans.

The role plays a pivotal part in ensuring that proposals align with the company’s strategic objectives, meet all client requirements, and are delivered on time and to the highest standard.

Key Responsibilities

Tender Management:

• Manage and administer tender portals.
• Receive and analyse PQQs (Pre-Qualification Questionnaires), manage responses, and coordinate submissions.
• Manage and write responses for PQQs and tenders.
• Prepare team CVs for pre-construction submissions.
• Create templates for submission documents, in line with company branding.
• Write technical responses for tenders to address client needs and concerns.
• Make Sweet Projects stand out, when in a competitive tender situation, create a bid that starts and finishes with a wow!

Document Handling:

• Receive, record, and store tender documents on the company server.
• Prepare a schedule of tender deliverables and coordinate with the bid team.
• Prepare tender submission documents with input from various teams (Commercial, Planning, Operations, Design, Estimating).

Support and Coordination:

• Work with the operations and planning team to provide programmes, logistics plans and methodology.
• Coordinate preconstruction material assembly for client presentations.
• Identify and solve problems proactively to minimise risk.

Client Interaction and Business Development:

• Attend client meetings and events.
• Identify new work opportunities and inform Sales and Marketing.
• Support and implement Project Quality, Environmental, and Health & Safety Processes.

Continuous Improvement and Development:

• Participate in internal teams focused on business improvement.
• Engage in CPD (Continuing Professional Development) and Personal Development Plans.
• Adhere to policies, processes, and procedures in the Integrated Management System and Information Security Management System.

The duties listed are not exhaustive and may be varied from time to time as dictated by the changing needs of the Company. The post holder will be expected to undertake other duties as appropriate and as requested by his/her manager.

The post holder may be required to work at any of the locations at which the business of Sweet Projects is conducted.

Qualifications

• Computer skills
• Graphics / presentation skills
• Basic working knowledge and understanding of all project management control systems (scheduling, estimating, cost control, procurement, and business development)

Experience required

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role, preferably in construction, engineering, or project-based environments.
• Proven experience in bid writing, including developing and managing comprehensive contractor submission documents.
• Demonstrated commitment to client service, ensuring deliverables meet or exceed client expectations.
• Ability to technically write responses in response to client requests.

Competencies

• Leadership Abilities: Capability to lead teams, coordinate cross-functional tasks, and take ownership of proposal development processes.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ability to engage effectively with stakeholders, fostering collaboration and trust.
• Problem-Solving: Adept at analysing challenges, identifying innovative solutions, and implementing them efficiently.
• Sense of Urgency: High level of responsiveness and focus on meeting deadlines without compromising quality.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure accuracy in all documentation.

Sweet Projects is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that our success is built on the success of our employees. We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment that helps our employees to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of , , sex, , or belief, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership, /maternity, or .

We are an inclusive organisation and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.

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