Job Title: Bid Manager
Location: Belfast (On-site/Office-based)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join their team in Belfast. This position is ideal for a professional with a strong background in writing tenders and managing bids for large-scale infrastructure projects, particularly within the EV charging, ICP (Independent Connection Provider), and utilities sectors. The successful candidate will take ownership of the bid process, produce high-quality proposals, and ensure all submissions meet client requirements, deadlines, and quality benchmarks.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Bid Management: Oversee the entire bid lifecycle for EV, ICP, and utility projects, ensuring full compliance with tender requirements.
- Proposal Writing: Develop clear, compelling, and technically precise proposals tailored to infrastructure projects within these sectors.
- Collaboration: Coordinate with internal teams, including project managers, engineers, and leadership, to gather input and ensure a unified approach to proposals.
- Tender Submission: Deliver high-quality submissions on time, addressing client specifications and strategic goals.
- Bid Strategy: Formulate and execute strategies to enhance proposal success rates while aligning with company objectives.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with clients and partners to understand their needs and customise proposals accordingly.
- Quality Assurance: Meticulously review bids to ensure compliance, accuracy, and consistency.
- Continuous Improvement: Keep abreast of industry developments, client requirements, and competitor strategies to improve bid quality and effectiveness.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proven Experience: A track record in bid management, particularly within the EV, ICP, and utilities sectors.
- Strong Writing Skills: Ability to craft high-quality, technically sound tenders and proposals that align with client needs and evaluation criteria.
- Project Management Expertise: Experience managing multiple concurrent bids and meeting tight deadlines.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the EV charging, ICP, and utilities industries, with the ability to articulate technical solutions.
- Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to bid preparation and submission.
- Stakeholder Management: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external clients.
- Commercial Insight: Understanding of pricing models, contract terms, and value propositions.
- IT Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant bid/document management software.
- Education: A degree in a relevant field is advantageous but not essential.
How to Apply:
Submit your CV to[email removed] or call 02890994111 for more information.