Are you looking for a role where you can truly lead the bid strategy, influence major programmes, and elevate a high?performing team? Do you have proven experience delivering multiple concurrent bids using Shipley methodology in a fast?paced, high?volume environment? Are you currently eligible for SC Clearance and able to work on?site in Bristol two days per week?

The Opportunity As a Senior Bid Manager, you will lead and manage complex bid and proposal activities, working with cross?functional subject matter experts to deliver high?quality submissions across varied projects. You will ensure all deliverables meet client requirements, contractual expectations, internal governance, and industry standards while supporting value, risk management, and commercial success throughout the bid lifecycle.

Your duties and responsibilities will be: Lead end?to?end bid management across multiple concurrent opportunities, ensuring delivery to cost, quality, and schedule Manage numerous bids simultaneously, prioritising volume over scale Apply Shipley best?practice methodologies including planning, governance, reviews, and compliance Operate effectively within a structured lifecycle bid process, maintaining strong governance and audit trails Develop and manage bid schedules, resources, and review cycles Coordinate inputs from engineering, commercial, finance, legal, and supply?chain teams Ensure compliance with customer requirements and internal ...