Are you looking to progress your career by working within a dynamic company, delivering end to end bid management across a range of sectors with diverse teams? EiB are offering an opportunity for you to join the UKs largest fully employed work winning consultancy.The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join our in-house team of over 30 work winning consultants to fully integrate with client teams and help to deliver our mission: Building effective partnerships to unlock the potential and success of our clients.The role offers exposure to complex, high-value opportunities and supports accelerated professional development within a fast-paced consultancy environment, securing major projects across:Highways, rail and high-speed rail marketsConstruction and Facilities ManagementEmerging sectors including renewables, energy, defence and nuclear.LocationEiB Bid Hubs are in central Birmingham, Edinburgh and Dublin. We offer a flexible working model aligned to our clients needs, combining office and home working with on-site support at client locations across the UK and Europe.Key responsibilitiesBid leadership and strategyLead the full bid lifecycle from opportunity qualification through to submissionEvaluate bid opportunities and advise on approachShape win strategies, value propositions and win themes with technical, commercial and operational teamsProvide challenge at key stages of the bid processEnsure submissions align with client requirements, internal governance and brand standards.Bid planning and deliveryDevelop and manage bid programmes, timelines and resourcingLead bid launch sessions, solution development workshops and review meetingsManage EiB and/or client bid writing teamsCoordinate multidisciplinary contributors to secure timely, high-quality inputsProvide hands-on support to develop answer plans, storyboards and written contentProduce and deliver compliant, client-focussed tender submissions.Stakeholder and relationship managementBuild and maintain effective relationships with client bid teams, subject matter experts and key contributorsCommunicate progress clearly and escalate risks where requiredCapture information and insight from technical specialists to inform bid responses.Quality assurance and continuous improvementOversee the development, refinement and integration of bid contentLead reviews and debriefs, ensuring feedback is addressedCapture post-submission lessons learned and contribute to continuous improvementMaintain and improve bid libraries, templates and best-practice materialsChampion effective work winning practices across the business.Coaching and capability developmentProvide mentoring and coaching to client staffSupport skill transfer and competence development within client teams.Business developmentSupporting business development by identifying future opportunitiesOwning relationships with key clients as part of our Key Account Management (KAM) model.Skills and experienceEssentialStrong understanding of the bid lifecycle and work winning processesExcellent writing, editing and communication skills, with a clear understanding of quality standardsConfident facilitator with strong organisational and project management capabilityAbility to manage multiple deadlines in pressurised environmentCollaborative approach with the ability to influence and engage stakeholderExperience operating in a senior bid management role within a professional services/consultancy environment or in a Tier 1/2 construction, contracting or maintenance environmentProven delivery of successful, high-value bids across EiBs core marketsExperience supporting the strategic development of technical quality submissions and high-performing teamsStrong time management skills with attention to detail and qualityDegree-level education and or professional qualifications in a relevant disciplineProfessional membership of APMP or a similar body.Reward and benefitsEiB offers a competitive remuneration and benefits package, including:Salary up to £80,000, dependent on skills, experience and valuesAnnual performance bonus linked to company and individual performanceGroup pension scheme with employer contributionLife assurance cover at three times salary25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, rising to 30 days with serviceSalary sacrifice options, including lease cars, additional leave and cycle schemesOngoing training and professional development opportunities, including becoming a Chartered Management Consultant through our accredited Learning and Development programme.Equality, diversity and inclusionEiB is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion, fostering a culture of fairness, transparency and respect. The organisation values the contribution of a diverse workforce and aims to create an inclusive environment where peoples skills are fully utilised and organisational objectives are met.JBRP1_UKTJ