Bid and Proposals Manager

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 65,000

Job description

Job Description

Are you a master of crafting winning proposals with a sharp eye for detail and a talent for collaborating with cross-functional teams? If you thrive on managing high-stakes bids, creating compelling RFP responses, and navigating complex contracts for multi-million-pound projects, we have the perfect role for you as our Bid and Proposals Manager!

About Us:

CONDUCTR is a dynamic collective of designers, technologists, media experts, producers & engineers. The vision is simple – fuse the creativity of a design studio, with the innovation of a tech lab, to create a one-stop shop for extraordinary guest-centric, 360 attraction experiences.

Responsibilities:

1. Drive the entire proposal process, from reviewing RFPs and tenders to submission, ensuring high-quality, competitive outputs.
2. Create detailed proposal budgets and timelines, ensuring feasibility and alignment with project scope and client expectations.
3. Review and manage the lifecycle of RFPs, bids, and tenders from initiation to submission.
4. Perform comprehensive contract reviews to assess risk, compliance, and alignment with company goals.
5. Coordinate bid phases, manage timelines, and ensure the seamless integration of input from technical, creative, and commercial teams.
6. Maintain compliance with industry standards and client requirements in all submissions.
7. Maintain databases of costs, manage rate cards, and ensure accurate documentation throughout the bid process.
8. Engage directly with clients to clarify project expectations and manage pre-award negotiations.
9. Work with proposal submittal platforms such as Ariba, Aconex, or similar systems to streamline the submission process.
10. Draft and manage change orders during the proposal phase to reflect client requirements and scope adjustments.
11. Continuously improve proposal processes and templates for efficiency and effectiveness.

You should have:

1. Proven experience managing proposals for construction, technology, or creative projects.
2. Strong understanding of creative and technological disciplines.
3. Expertise in reviewing contracts and writing detailed RFP responses for multi-million-pound projects.
4. Exceptional budgeting and cost estimation skills.
5. Excellent organisational and project management capabilities, with the ability to handle multiple simultaneous proposals.
6. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a meticulous eye for detail.
7. A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across creative, technical, and commercial departments.
8. Knowledge of global construction and procurement phases.

It would be great if you have:

1. Familiarity with technical engineering and equipment, game development, media development and creative design.
2. Experience with immersive and themed entertainment projects.

What We Offer:

1. A competitive salary and benefits package.
2. A vibrant, inclusive, and dynamic work environment.
3. Opportunities for personal and professional growth.
4. A chance to be part of a forward-thinking team making a real difference.

What it's like working at CONDUCTR:

Our 5 core values articulate this best, and we are looking for people who can demonstrate them:

1. We go above and #beyond
2. We work as a #team & make it fun
3. We creatively #kick-ass
4. We #do it efficiently, on time & on budget
5. We deliver work that makes us #proud

Does this sound like the job for you?

Apply via this post with your CV and share your LinkedIn profile. If you sound like you are a good fit, we will reach out for an initial, informal chat within 2 weeks of your application.