Proposals Manager

An established and growing main contractor is seeking an experienced and highly organised Proposals Manager to lead the production of high-quality, compelling bid submissions across a diverse portfolio of projects across Cat A & Cat B fit out.

You will be reporting into the Pre Construction Director and taking ownership of the end-to-end bid process, managing multiple tender submissions, developing bid winning strategies, create engaging submission documents. The client is looking for someone who can work with stakeholders across the business, able to take ownership and think strategically.

Proposals Manager roles & responsibilities

• Managing the end-to-end bid and proposal process from PQQ/RFI through to final tender submission
• Coordinating multidisciplinary bid teams including estimators, planners, design managers, commercial teams and operational leads
• Leading tender planning meetings and maintaining bid programmes and submission deadlines
• Writing, editing and reviewing high-quality proposal content
• Developing compelling responses for quality questions, methodology statements and technical submissions
• Ensuring submissions align with client requirements, scoring criteria and framework standards
• Managing bid documentation, formatting, branding and presentation quality
• Coordinating input from supply chain partners and subcontractors
• Working closely with operational teams to capture project delivery strategies and technical solutions
• Managing portal uploads and electronic tender submissions
• Reviewing ITTs, PQQs, RFQs and framework requirements for compliance
• Maintaining bid libraries, case studies, CVs and template content
• Supporting interview preparation and presentation submissions for shortlisted tenders
• Leading lessons-learned reviews following tender outcomes
• Monitoring competitor activity and market intelligence
• Supporting framework renewals and public-sector procurement submissions
• Driving continuous improvement in bid quality and win rates
• Ensuring governance approvals and sign-offs are completed before submission
• Liaising with directors and senior leadership throughout the bid lifecycle
• Managing multiple concurrent bids with strict deadlines
• Supporting business development strategy and pipeline planning

Proposal Manager requirements

• Degree, HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Business, Marketing, Communications, Construction Management or a related discipline is desirable but not essential.
• Proven experience managing bids and proposals within the construction, engineering, architecture or built environment sector preferred.
• Experience facilitating bid meetings and coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
• Demonstrated success in coordinating complex tender submissions from inception through to completion.
• Proficient in using Adobe InDesign and the Microsoft Office Suite.

Proposal Manager Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Travel allowance
• Excellent annual leave package
• Competitive pension
• Private healthcare
• Further progression within the business
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