Bid Manager

Bid Manager Location: Oxford / Slough (with travel across the Thames Valley) Salary: Up to £90,000 + package Working Pattern: Hybrid available About the Role We are currently seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading contractor, supporting the delivery of high-quality tender submissions and helping secure new opportunities across a range of sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for a Bid Manager with strong 2nd stage bid experience, particularly someone who has experience managing the transition between Stage 1 and Stage 2 bids and understands the requirements needed to successfully convert opportunities into secured projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex bids, working closely with pre-construction, design, commercial, planning and operational teams to develop compelling submissions that align with client requirements and business strategy. Key Responsibilities * Manage the end-to-end bid process, with a particular focus on 2nd stage tender submissions * Lead the transition and conversion process between Stage 1 and Stage 2 bids * Coordinate input from internal teams including design, technical, commercial, planning and operations * Develop clear bid strategies and ensure submissions are aligned with client objectives * Manage bid programmes, deadlines and submission requirements * Produce high-quality written responses, including methodologies, technical submissions and project approaches * Facilitate bid meetings, workshops and reviews with key stakeholders * Ensure all tender documentation is accurate, compliant and submitted on time * Support continuous improvement of bid processes and best practice across the business Experience Required * Proven experience as a Bid Manager within the construction industry * Strong experience managing 2nd stage bids and PCSA/conversion processes * Experience working through the journey from initial opportunity to successful tender submission * Excellent understanding of construction procurement and tender processes * Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with multiple teams * Excellent written communication and attention to detail Desirable Experience * Experience of winning work and developing successful bid strategies * Background working on education, science, research or public sector projects * Experience with public sector frameworks would be advantageous The Package * Salary up to £90,000 for an exceptional candidate with significant bid-winning experience * Hybrid working available, with the expectation that the successful candidate will spend regular time in the office collaborating with teams * Based from either Oxford or Slough, with travel required across the Thames Valley region