Job Description
BID MANAGER
Reference numberIC01128RegionUKLocationEast MidlandsSub locationAlfretonFunctionBid/Tender ManagementEmployment typeFull Time - PermanentHourly Rate BandsN/ASalaried/Hourly-PaidSalaried
JOB PURPOSE
Experienced civils orientated Bid Manager to be based from our Alfreton office to work within our highways team.
The successful candidate will have the enthusiasm and drive to look beyond the obvious and seek to drive solutions. You should be a self motivated individual - not afraid of a challenge, be results driven and have an entrepreneurial approach to solution finding.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Appraisal of ITT/RFP documentation to identify key risks and opportunities;
Organising and leading bid strategy meetings;
Formulating bid programmes;
Leading the bid management process;
Leading the development of bid response that exceeds our client’s expectations;
Preparing presentations and attending interviews;
Formulating and developing alternative proposals inc. value engineering & optioneering;
Input into the planning and programming and the development of construction methodologies;
Directly supervise a Graphic Designer;
To be aware of business continuity processes via Line Manager.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
HNC/D or degree level in Construction Management/Civil Engineering (desirable);
Proficient use of Microsoft Office inc. Word, Excel & Powerpoint;
Enthusiasm and the desire to win;
Ability to work flexibly to tight deadlines;
Effective communicator with the ability to manage a team;
Construction knowledge and commercial appreciation;
Ability to author technical and quality narrative and edit same by others (desirable);
Ability to work flexibly and to tight deadlines;
Attention to detail;
Effective communication – both written and oral;
Experience of managing a team in a bidding role;
Good knowledge of building, civil engineering and general construction techniques and methodology;
An understanding of the design and procurement process and an awareness of contractual matters;
Experience working within the civils sector;
Experience working with major highways projects (Highly Desirable).
All above attributes are ESSENTIAL unless otherwise stated.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Interserve's vision is to redefine the future for people and places. We are one of the world's foremost support services and construction companies, operating in the public and private sectors in the UK and internationally. We offer advice, design, construction, equipment, facilities management and front-line public services. Interserve is based in the UK and is listed in the FTSE 250 index. We have gross revenue of £3.3 billion and a workforce of 80,000 people worldwide.
We are an Investors in Diversity accredited Company & committed to equal opportunities for all.
We are looking for an experienced Bid Manager to work from our office in the Alfreton. This role is offered on a full time, permanent basis. In return we are offering a competitive salary, plus company car/allowance, flexible benefits, 24 days annual leave entitlement, share plans, company pension and private medical insurance.