Bid Coordinator

Perkins & Will Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading architectural firm in Greater London seeks a Bid Coordinator to prepare client proposals and manage project data. This role requires 2+ years in the architecture or engineering industry, strong communication and organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite. If you are looking to grow in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you. The role offers a chance to work closely with a vibrant marketing team and contribute to winning bids.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in Architecture / Interiors / Engineering / Construction industry.
• Experience in preparing proposals and presentations for clients.
• Ability to draft, edit, and proof marketing collateral.

Responsibilities

• Preparing proposals, qualifications, and presentations for clients.
• Co-ordinating project teams to meet deadlines.
• Managing project and client data in databases.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisation

Multi-tasking

Time management skills

Technical production skills

Ability to interact professionally

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Overview

As a Bid Coordinator for our studio, we will expect you to have 2+ years’ experience, preferably in the Architecture / Interiors / Engineering / Construction industry.

In this role, you will be working closely with our in-house marketing team which includes 3 Bid Coordinators and will report directly to the Senior Marketing Manager. This position will be perfect for someone who wants to find a role where they can really grow and develop themselves as a marketing professional within a supportive studio environment.

Responsibilities

• Preparing proposals, qualifications and presentations for prospective clients
• Co-ordinating project teams to hit deadlines.
• Drafting, editing, organising and proofing various marketing collateral, including proposal content, project sheets, resumes, brochures and presentations to ensure content is comprehensive, competitive and client specific as well as in accordance with the Perkins&Will brand standards.
• Keeping boilerplate information including CV’s and case studies up to date.
• Downloading and reviewing public tender documents.
• Assisting in the management of project and client data in firmwide databases and marketing collateral.
• Working within a bid team to create winning bids.

Key traits

• Excellent communication skills and a strong team ethic
• Strong organisation, multi-tasking and time management skills
• Ability to interact professionally with office leadership and clients
• Ability to direct and motivate work efforts of others and handle stressful situations
• Technical production skills and ability to effectively use Microsoft Office and the Adobe Creative Suite

Critical Baseline skills, abilities and certifications

• Personable, presentable and articulate.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Creative with a strong graphic eye.
• Strong time management skills.

Software skills

The role is ideal for someone who wants to combine their graphics skills with creating bid content, as part of a vibrant marketing team. Candidates would ideally have experience of working on both private and public sector bids.

Application

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join our team, then please contact us today via the email: [e-mail]

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Perkins&Will are an equal opportunity employer and supports talent from diverse backgrounds that bring experiences, viewpoints and solutions that best serve our clients, community and enrich our work environment. We greatly appreciates your interest in our firm and the time you have taken to apply for this position; we look forward to reviewing your application. We will aim to contact successful candidates within four working weeks but depending on the time of year and number of applications, this timeline might vary.

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