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Bid Manager

Cardiff
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Bid Manager
Location: Bristol or Cardiff (Hybrid Working)
Excellent Package + Market-Leading Career Advancement Opportunities

Are you an experienced Bid Manager looking for your next challenge? A high-profile consultancy operating in the built environment sector is seeking a talented Bid Manager to join their dynamic and growing team, based in either their Bristol or Cardiff office.

This is a pivotal role where you will lead end-to-end bid processes across a variety of high-value, strategic opportunities. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners to deliver compelling, high-quality bids that secure key business wins.

Key Responsibilities:



Manage and coordinate the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity tracking to post-submission reviews

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Develop tailored responses that align with client needs and business strategy

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Collaborate with technical leads and subject matter experts to gather content and ensure bid accuracy

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Maintain a pipeline of opportunities and contribute to go/no-go decisions

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Drive continuous improvement in bid quality, processes, and win rates

What We’re Looking For:

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Proven experience in managing bids within professional services, construction, or consultancy environments

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Strong project management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills

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Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple deadlines

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Exceptional attention to detail and a flair for persuasive written communication

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Familiarity with frameworks such as CCS, SCAPE, or similar would be advantageous

What’s on Offer:

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An excellent salary and benefits package

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Hybrid working with flexibility to be based in either Bristol or Cardiff

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Market-leading career progression and professional development pathways

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Supportive, inclusive team culture in a forward-thinking organisation

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