We are looking for a proactive and highly motivated Bid Coordinator to support our client, a property and construction firm. You will report into the Group Bid Manager and support with coordinating, preparing and managing bids and proposals, and ensuring that best practice standards are applied.
The Bid Coordinator will also support the Bid Manager in daily bid management activities, and to work as part of the team and promote healthy and positive working environment. To liaise with Technical Leads and Directors and maintain positive relationships and support them in winning work.
Bid Coordinator Responsibilities
- Support bid team when required on bids including setting up project plan and providing support with client interface and communication via e-portal.
- Managing, reviewing and updating bid library content, liaising with the Marketing team to help create and update bid CVs and case studies.
- Coordinate bid production activities for prequalification questionnaires.
- Assist in management of the planning and project management of the production and delivery of all bid projects to ensure these are delivered within submission timescales.
- Consolidate content from contributors into the required format and flag gaps to Bid Manager.
- Contribute to the written proposal – both in terms of content and presentation.
- Editing, reviewing & writing
- Ensure that the branding of bids is compliant to the requirements, that it is client focused as well as in line with company Brand Guidelines.
- Ensuring company CVs are up to date and reviewed.
- Working closely with the BM, develop and maintain the knowledge library.
- Ensure the Standard Company Information is up to date.
- Ensure timely and accurate communication with all external bodies involved in the production of a proposal.
- Support other members of the Bid Team and promote a positive team working environment.
Bid Coordinator Skills & Experience:
- You will have some experience in working within bids or proposals, ideally within a construction consultancy industry.
- 1 – 3 years’ successful experience in a bid management environment.
- Knowledge and understanding of the Public Sector bidding.
- Proven track record of managing multiple projects with time-critical deadlines.
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word; Excel; PowerPoint).
- Knowledge of InDesign is welcomed.
- Knowledge of the OJEU and public procurement systems.
For further information or to apply for this Bid Coordinator role, please contact Lisa Easthope on 0208 126 4537 or email lisa_easthope@bidsolutions.com