Head of Bids - Monmouth

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We are working with a leading pump rental and solutions business delivering engineered installations into construction, clean water and wastewater environments.
They are seeking a Head of Bids to lead and develop their tendering function, operating from their head office in Monmouth.
This is a senior leadership role focused on delivering high quality, compliant and commercially robust tender submissions.
You will lead a small bids team while working closely with senior stakeholders across the business to drive successful outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the full bid lifecycle from RFI through to ITT submission.
* Manage bid pipeline, workload planning and team output.
* Oversee submission reviews, governance and final sign off.
* Lead, coach and develop the bids team to improve quality and performance.
* Ensure compliance with procurement rules, scoring criteria and commercial objectives.
* Identify and manage contractual risks with internal stakeholders.
* Oversee Contract Quality Plans from award through mobilisation.
* Collaborate with Sales, Operations, Finance and Legal to align submissions.
* Maintain and improve bid content, templates and processes.
* Drive continuous improvement using feedback and performance insights.
Skills & Experience
* Experience managing complex tenders within public procurement environments.
* Proven leadership experience managing or developing bid teams.
* Strong writing and editing skills with high attention to detail.
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast paced environment.
* Good understanding of procurement compliance and commercial risk.
* Confident working with senior stakeholders across multiple functions.
* Experience within construction, utilities or infrastructure sectors advantageous.
* Familiarity with procurement portals such as Achilles or Ariba beneficial.
* APMP qualification desirable but not essential.
* Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office and comfortable using AI tools.
Summary
Position: Head of Bids
Location: Monmouth
Duration: Permanent
Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 Plus Bonus, Company Car & Benefits including Private Medical
Start: Notice dependent
A senior leadership opportunity to take ownership of a critical bids function and directly influence commercial success and growth.
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Location:
Monmouth
Salary:
£70,000 - £75,000 /annum Company Car, Bonus
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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