Title:  Bid Director (Transport Infrastructure)

We are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a Bid Director (Strategic Bids) in our Transport Infrastructure Work Winning Team. The ideal candidate will preferably have experience of both Highways and Rail sectors, but as a minimum will have experience of one of these sectors.

The role will involve developing the bid strategy and managing the communication protocol with all internal and external stakeholders. You will take accountability for the bid programme, deliverables, resourcing and the management of bid governance and the bid process.

As a Bid Director, you will work closely with the Work Winning Director and senior team members, you will build a high-performing bid team and support the use and sharing of bidding best practices throughout Transport Infrastructure.

The standard working hours are 37.5 per week remotely, with travel to the IDH Birmingham office or bid locations for team meetings as needed.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the bid process for strategic bids, ensuring smooth management from start to finish.
• Provide clear direction and engage key contributors and stakeholders, such as Business and Account Directors.
• Develop and own the bid-winning strategy alongside business leaders and partners.
• Monitor CRM data and facilitate the creation of a Capture Plan.
• Plan, manage, and identify resources needed for bids, including technical and support functions.
• Maintain an up-to-date bid programme and ensure progress aligns with deadlines.
• Guide the development and review of high-quality written and costed bid submissions.
• Support the creation of operational solutions, commercial strategies, and competitive improvements.
• Manage communication and documentation for bids, leading stakeholder relationships.
• Maintain effective client dialogue and respond promptly to clarifications.
• Direct the preparation of internal approval papers in line with company governance.
• Ensure the commercial offer matches the technical solution.
• Lead risk and opportunity assessments throughout the bid process.
• Conduct lessons learned and best practice reviews to drive improvement and innovation.
• Oversee the use and maintenance of bidding tools and contribute to bid reports.
• Support and develop the bidding team, ensuring effective bid management across the business unit.
• Help set up and improve bidding systems, including knowledge management and training.
• Oversee smaller business-led bids, ensuring governance and process are followed.
• Coach and mentor staff involved in bidding and support their development.
• Lead bid reviews and recommend improvements based on findings.
• Provide cover for senior team members and bid managers as needed.
• Lead, facilitate, and contribute to bid workshops.
• Support the Work Winning Director in setting work winning strategy and objectives.

Bids can vary in size and scope, fast or slow, alone or with partners.

Values likely to range from £50m to over £1bn.

Why Join Us?

At Amey, we don’t just offer jobs, we offer opportunities to build fulfilling careers. As one of the top 1% of employers recognised by Investors in People, we are committed to your professional growth and wellbeing. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:

• Competitive Salary: Enjoy a competitive annual salary with the potential for yearly reviews to ensure you’re rewarded for your contributions.
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles.
• Training Opportunities: Unlock your potential with comprehensive training tailored to your growth.
• Personal Development Opportunities: Advance your personal growth through mentorship and access to our award-winning programs like our Leadership Development, Women@Amey, and Multicultural Leadership programs.
• Pension: Benefit from a generous pension scheme with company contributions for your future peace of mind.
• Holidays: Enjoy at least 24 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and the opportunity to buy further 5 days! Giving you plenty of time to relax and recharge.
• Flexible Benefits: Customise your benefits package with options like additional leave, cycle-to-work schemes, charitable giving, and gym memberships.
• Exclusive Discounts: Access our online portal filled with discounts from leading retailers, healthcare services, and more, helping you save on the things that matter.
• Social Impact: Take part in our community initiatives with 2x paid volunteering days a year, plus other opportunities to support fundraising and local projects

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience in transport infrastructure bid management/ work winning
• Comprehensive knowledge of corporate governance
• Insight into our unique value proposition
• Strong organisational skills

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact on our business and contribute to a shared, sustainable future, we invite you to join us in advancing our strategy and driving positive change.

Application Guidance

At Amey, we value a culture of diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact, no matter their background, gender, race, or personal circumstances. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to shine.

As a Disability Confident leader, we’re proud to offer applicants with a disability an interview if they meet the minimum requirements for the role.

If you have any questions or need any adjustments during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to Kayla Caruth, our recruiter for this role, at kayla.caruth@amey.co.uk