Title:  Principal Bid Manager

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced candidate to join our Rail team in the role of Principal Bid Manager in Ireland. 

You will be a member of our growing Transport Infrastructure Work Winning team, managing a variety of bids, but with a core focus on the Rail sector. Bids will vary in value from £15m to £500m and your experience in Rail will be invaluable to your success in the role. The ideal candidate would also have experience tendering in overseas territories, especially Ireland, Canada and/or Australia.

We offer a modern approach to work/life balance, with flexible working arrangements to suit you and opportunities to work both remotely and in an office environment as appropriate throughout the bid lifecycle.

This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career in bidding in a structured environment, with talent management and succession planning built in.

The standard hours of work are 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Work-life balance and flexibility are key for our success. We empower our people to make choices that are right for them, with hybrid, part-time and flexible work patterns. And with a network of offices across the UK, we’re open to discussing working options that suit you.

You will be responsible for:

• Lead the bid process for individual bids.
• Develop the bid strategy with individual Business or Account Directors.
• Monitor completion of Pursuit Data by the business/Business Development and ensure that Win Plans are in place for each major, medium and strategic bid.
• Manage the bid programme ensuring that all activities are progressed on time to meet the submission date.
• Lead and manage the development of high quality written and costed bid deliverables in line with the agreed bid strategy.
• Facilitate the development of the operational solution together with the commercial and pricing strategy to ensure and maintain continual improvement and competitive advantage.
• Set up and manage communication and document protocols for each bid.
• Maintain client liaison ensuring effective dialogue and prompt response to clarifications.
• Prepare papers for internal approval in line with Amey governance.
• Prepare and manage the bid budget.
• Drive the risk and opportunities process.
• Keep bidding tools such as the pipeline database up-to-date and contribute to bid reports as required.

We want to hear from you if you have/are:

• Experience of the bid process in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of public (and private) sector bid requirements.
• Working knowledge of the Rail market
• Experience of keeping track of multiple, complex, time-phased activities
• Educated to degree level or equivalent.
• Association of Proposals Management Professionals (APMP) Foundation level, ideally working towards Practitioner level.
• Excellent time management and prioritization.
• Understanding of commercial requirements including cost planning, estimating and balancing risk with reward.
• Strong project management and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Able to embrace change and drive continual improvement.
• Desire to see job through from start to finish.
• Able to leverage business unit strengths through networking.
• Team player, keen to help others to achieve

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 annual bonus (option to double stretch)
• Company Car / Car allowance
• Career Growth: Propel your career with clear, dynamic advancement opportunities to roles like Team Leader
• 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.

Application Guidance

Amey is committed to Inclusion and Diversity. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.

Please contact our recruitment team at Kayla.Caruth@amey.co.uk to discuss any access needs and reasonable adjustments that may be required at any point during the recruitment process.

Apply today – We are excited to hear from you!

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