Senior Bid Manager

Job Description

The information below covers the role requirements, expected candidate experience, and accompanying qualifications.

Position: Senior Bid Manager

Location: Brentwood & Hybrid working available

Salary: up to £80k plus package including car allowance

Howells are working on an exciting Senior Bid Manager opportunity on behalf of a reputable family owned social housing refurbishment contractor that are looking to expand their work winning team.

Purpose of Senior Bid Manager role: We are seeking a skilled Senior Bid Manager to support refurbishment projects by producing compelling, high-quality tender submissions. You will work closely with technical teams to translate complex information into clear, client-focused proposals that help us win new contracts.

Senior Bid Manager Key Responsibilities

• Write and edit responses for PQQs, ITTs, and tender documents.
• Work with project managers and subject matter experts to gather content.
• Ensure submissions are accurate, compliant, and delivered on time.
• Maintain a library of standard responses and case studies.
• Contribute to improving bid quality and win rates.

Senior Bid Manager Skills & Experience

• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong organisation and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience in bid writing, ideally in construction, facilities management or the public sector.
• Knowledge of the tendering process and procurement frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; bid management tools a plus.

Senior Bid Manager Personal Attributes

• Detail-focused, proactive, and able to work under pressure.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Creative yet structured approach to problem-solving.

If your skills & experience match the above please click the apply button to register your application or for more info contact Gary Sewell on

Applications

If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV. Alternatively contact us on . Howells are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence. xwzovoh Howells acts as an Employment Business for the supply of temporary workers and an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.