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Bid Manager

Employer
Amey
Location
Warrington
Salary
£34 - £35 per annum
Closing date
6 Apr 2019

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Sector
Energy & Utilities
Hours
Full Time
Flexibility
Home working available
Contract Type
Permanent

Job Details

What are we looking for?

Are you looking to grow your career in Bidding? Do you possess a 'Can Do' Attitude? Can you craft punchy and persuasive copy from previously vague and technical jargon? Can you take a brief on subjects you know little about, and produce work that answers the question and sells Amey's capabilities in clear, concise and comprehensible English? If this sounds like you, we want to hear about it.

Educated to degree or similarly high level in English or a related discipline, you're well-read and possess:

  • Management experience- operational/ bidding/ project related.
  • A creative mind
  • The confidence to challenge the brief
  • A proof-reader's eye for detail
  • A demonstrable track record as a creative writer and 'wordsmith'.
  • A well-rounded individual that has a holistic and positive approach to their work and will be able to adopt a variety of writing, coordinating and managing work when called upon.
  • Preferred experience of working within the Power, Telecoms or Water sector

A true team player, you'll also have the capacity to work alone - conducting your own research through face-to-face interviews, Amey's in-house knowledge management systems, trade publications and the web.

What is the purpose of this role?

The Bid Managers will liaise with their teams to provide writing support, Coordination and guidance to ensure bids are written to the highest possible standards. The Bid Manager will develop, manage and monitor the progress of the submission against the bid programme.

The Bid Manager will produce high quality and customer-focused written material for bid submissions in line with our 'house style', and will provide structural, written and editorial support to Amey's bid teams and other company-wide teams. They'll also have an enthusiasm for helping others improve their own writing, through one-to-one coaching, workshops and written guidance including internal training materials and online posts.

What will this role involve?

The Bid Manager will be reliable, punctual and ready to contribute - with good organisational skills and the initiative to manage workload and escalate issues as required. As part of a busy team, they'll work and consult with internal/external contacts of various levels, in a constructive and helpful way, to achieve project milestones. This'll involve developing relationships with key stakeholders to establish trust, credibility and respect, and working closely with the rest of the Work Winning Services team to meet deadlines, support the final bid production process, and contribute to wider projects.

The Bid Manager will have:

  • Competence in interviewing technical staff, or undertaking their own research, to identify the necessary information and produce compelling copy that demonstrates an understanding of key issues
  • Experience of 'wordsmithing', proofreading and copyediting - and a strong commitment to accuracy, quality and high standards, often despite tight deadlines
  • Creative flair and the ability to interpret and, where necessary, challenge the brief and current processes. A willingness to challenge traditional thinking and offer innovative ideas, including writing styles and structure
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written); the ability to convey complex ideas and solutions clearly and succinctly; and appreciation of how to maximise 'readability' by using plain English and the active voice, and by being concise
  • The ability and enthusiasm to motivate themselves and other bid team members, setting achievable objectives and taking responsibility for providing constructive feedback
  • A strong desire to succeed and help us win work
  • The flexibility to accommodate occasional long hours
  • Familiarity with MS Office programmes.

Candidates will also preferably have an understanding of tender processes and the Shipley approach to bidding. They'll need to work from our offices in Warrington, although the flexibility to work remotely (eg from home where certain tasks allow) and from other locations will be beneficial. They'll also be able to demonstrate their written and editorial skills through a well-constructed CV and samples of work they have produced. You will be asked to undertake a short written assessment prior to interview stage.

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About Amey

We place great value on our people and the contribution they make to our business, that’s why we aim to offer a competitive benefits package to all of our employees.

Working for Amey you will receive a competitive salary and will be able to join our contributory pension scheme. In addition you will be entitled to Company sponsored life assurance and a generous holiday entitlement. You will also be invited to join Amey Choices which offers a range of flexible benefit options and offers additional benefits available throughout the year. Amey is an equal opportunities employer.

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