Bid Manager

Full-time Permanent Kent / South East
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

An established and growing construction contractor is seeking an experienced Bid Writer / Bid Manager to lead the end-to-end delivery of high-quality bids and proposals. Working within a small, high-performing team with an excellent tender success rate, this role combines hands-on bid writing with full ownership of the bid process.

The successful candidate will manage all aspects of bidding, from initial opportunity review through to final submission, ensuring compliance, strong messaging, and compelling presentation. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Bid Writer, Bid Co-ordinator or Bid Assistant looking to step up and make a tangible impact within a growing SME environment.

• Produce clear, persuasive, and tailored responses for tenders, EOIs, SQs, and proposals

• Manage bid portals, clarifications, deadlines, and document control

• Coordinate bid programmes, stakeholder input, and internal reviews

• Contribute to bid strategy, win themes, and differentiators

• Create and manage bid layouts, graphics, and supporting visuals

• Maintain content libraries and support continuous improvement through post-bid reviews

Essential

• Proven experience writing and managing bids and tenders

• Strong written communication and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Confident coordinating stakeholders across technical and commercial teams

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Adobe InDesign, and online tender portals

Desirable

• • Experience within construction or the built environment

  • Familiarity with public sector procurement and frameworks

  
  
  Personal Attributes
  
  

  • Proactive, collaborative, and well-organised

  • Strategic thinker with a quality-first mindset

  • Resilient, adaptable, and confident working under pressure

  
  
  What's on Offer
  
  

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Supportive, inclusive working environment

  • Opportunity to play a key role in a growing and forward-thinking business