OverviewJoin to apply for the Senior Bid Manager role at VolkerWessels UK (VolkerFitzpatrick). This is a Build Division role based at the Head Office in Hoddesdon.

ResponsibilitiesThe Senior Bid Manager is responsible for leading the successful delivery of high-quality tenders, ensuring alignment with client requirements and business objectives. The role involves managing bid teams, fostering strong relationships with stakeholders, and mentoring junior team members in bid management processes. The Senior Bid Manager plays a critical role in business growth by representing the company at key stages of the tender process and driving continual improvement within the bid function.

About you

Demonstrated success in securing and managing bids for complex projects

within both public and private construction sectors, ideally with experience across Commercial, Life Science, Defence, and Education fields.

In-depth knowledge of tendering processes

and a clear understanding of diverse client requirements.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams

effectively through complex tendering processes.

Exceptional skills in negotiation, presentation, and stakeholder management , with the ability to influence and engage at all levels.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities , committed to driving continuous improvement throughout bid management processes.

If your past experience doesn''t match perfectly with every requirement of the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for us.

Why work with us?VolkerFitzpatrick is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK, a multidisciplinary contractor delivering engineering solutions across rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure. By leveraging the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerFitzpatrick ensures our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

Benefits

Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday

Option to buy additional annual leave

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work scheme

Shopping and restaurant vouchers, rewards, and discounts

Training and development opportunities — comprehensive skills-based training

Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity benefits

Employee Assistance programme

Mental health, physical health, and financial support

24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respectWe believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. Our teams can be themselves and thrive within VolkerWessels UK. We encourage understanding and respect across diverse backgrounds as part of our FIR strategy.

Additional informationNote for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly. We will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this role qualifies for release. We kindly request that speculative CV submissions are not sent.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its staff; a drugs and alcohol screening is mandatory for all employees.

Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment typeFull-time

IndustriesBuilding Construction

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