Bid Manager – Naval Nuclear Projects (Hybrid)

We Served; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Bid Manager based in Bristol or Plymouth with hybrid working. The role involves leading strategic bids, managing relationships, and ensuring compliance with governance processes. Requires proven bid management experience and a relevant degree. Offers competitive salary, generous benefits, and strong development opportunities while maintaining security clearance. Closing date: 05/01/2025.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Payment of Professional Fees

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering work

Excellent development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in bid management or strong process management background.
• Ability to build and influence relationships to achieve shared goals.
• Skilled in developing plans and schedules to deliver project objectives.
• Confident communicator with stakeholder management expertise.
• Experience applying governance processes to support project aims.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate bid activities to meet customer timescales and requirements.
• Ensure compliance with governance and business winning processes.
• Manage data in the sales and forecast pipeline accurately.
• Prepare documentation for gate reviews.
• Mentor Bid Coordinators and support team development.

Skills

Bid management

Stakeholder management

Relationship building

Process management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or a related discipline

Job description

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Bid Manager based in Bristol or Plymouth with hybrid working. The role involves leading strategic bids, managing relationships, and ensuring compliance with governance processes. Requires proven bid management experience and a relevant degree. Offers competitive salary, generous benefits, and strong development opportunities while maintaining security clearance. Closing date: 05/01/2025.