Bid Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Bid Manager, ideally with a background in the rail industry to join our client’s expanding rail team in in North West London. Our client is a well-established company that specialises in mechanical and electrical (M&E) works, civil engineering (Civils), and signalling and telecommunications (S&T) within the rail sector. Available either as a long-term contract or a permanent position, this is perfect for professionals eager to achieve stability and career growth.

Key Responsibilities as a Bid Manager:

• Oversee the upkeep of the tender database.
• Regularly check and monitor online procurement portals for client updates.
• Secure and review bid/no bid decisions.
• Develop and implement bid plans to ensure maximum criteria scoring.
• Coordinate the review of commercial terms and conditions during the tender stage.
• Provide updates and manage communications throughout the tender process.
• Handle all bid-related deliverables, delegating tasks to HSEQ, Technical, or Planning Support as necessary.
• Schedule and manage pre-submission bid reviews and tender settlement meetings with Directors.
• Facilitate the handover process and organize handover meetings with project delivery teams following contract awards.
• Support both internal and external audit processes.
• Generate and present periodic performance reports for the bid team.
• Collaborate with bid team members to address and mitigate the impact of absences.
• Ensure submissions meet quality standards through HSEQ and Sustainability expertise.
• Please note: This role does not accommodate hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications and Experience Required as a Bid Manager:

• Prior experience in a comparable role, ideally within the rail industry, although experience in telecoms, M&E and buildings fit out would be considered.
• Possession of relevant professional qualifications and/or substantial demonstrable experience in the field.
• Skilled in evaluating and providing feedback on bid deliverables.
• Capable of effectively managing teams and engaging with various stakeholders.
• Strong client-facing abilities with a keen focus on customer satisfaction.

Benefits:

• Long term contract, or a permanent basis 
• 21 days holiday plus bank holidays (accruing with service)
• Company pension
• Company sick pay
• Hours of work are 45 hours per week
• Discretionary annual company bonus
• A culture of promotion from within
• Additional training and career development is encouraged