Bid Manager (M&E)
Lead high-quality M&E bids from first opportunity through to successful contract award at a well-established building services provider.
Based in Slough
Bid Manager (M&E)
Lead high-quality M&E bids from first opportunity through to contract award at a well-established building services provider.
We are seeking an experienced M&E Bid Manager to lead and deliver high-quality tender submissions from initial opportunity through to contract award. This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing the full bid lifecycle, ensuring commercial competitiveness, and driving successful outcomes across Mechanical & Electrical projects.
You’ll act as a central interface between Sales, Operations, and senior leadership, ensuring all bids are compliant, commercially sound, and aligned with company strategy.
Package & Benefits
What You’ll Receive
Location
Slough, Berkshire – working with teams across London and the South East.
Salary
Competitive, depending on experience and the value you bring.
Working hours
Monday to Friday – 40 hours per week.
Generous holiday
25 days holiday plus bank holidays so you can properly switch off. Plus Bank holidays
Protection & support
Life Assurance, Death in Service Insurance and Scottish Widows Pension Scheme.
Wellbeing & family
360 Wellbeing App with 24/7 GP access, fertility treatment support, paid maternity and paternity leave.
Lifestyle perks
Gym membership discounts and a wide range of lifestyle savings.
Recognition & rewards
Employee Refer-a-Friend Bonus Scheme and Employee Recognition Programme.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full bid process from opportunity assessment through to submission and negotiation.
- Lead and coordinate estimating and bid teams to produce accurate, competitive tenders.
- Review and produce PQQs, tender responses, and technical submissions.
- Identify and assess new opportunities, advising on bid/no-bid decisions.
- Develop clear, compelling written proposals and client presentations.
- Manage tender portals and ensure all submissions meet client specifications and deadlines.
- Provide commercial insight and pricing strategy to maximise profitability.
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients.
- Analyse bid outcomes and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement.
- Support the development of pricing models, reporting tools, and best practice across the business.
- Lead cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Mobilisation, and Operations teams.
- About You
- Proven experience in Bid Management within M&E or building services.
- Strong commercial awareness with experience in pricing and tender strategy.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously.
- Strong leadership and team management capability.
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.
- Advanced IT skills, particularly Excel and Microsoft Office.
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