Technical Bid Manager

Our client is urgently looking for a Bid Writer

Client Details

A hugely exciting and growing business

Description

You will write, edit and prepare exceptional proposals that meet and exceed the requirements set by funding bodies, for example researching bid proposals to funding bodies, and work closely with a wide range of our personnel to form a deep understanding of the Business plan, technical aims and fiscal needs to enable launch. This is a great opportunity to join a company that is growing and be part of our journey.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks Working as part of the Engineering Technical Support Team, you will:

* Develop strong, bid-winning technical proposals which fulfil the company ethos and values, and make a strong competitive case for enabling our requirements

* Manage and organise ongoing bids in varying stages of progression

* Delegate and manage section authors from across the business, setting and enforcing deadlines and expectations.

* Interact with and develop a deep understanding of the works within various teams

* Develop Technical Request for Proposals for customers

* Shape and guide the future of the business through technology-enabling funding

* Proactively look for new relevant bids which align with our funding needs

* Cooperation with governmental bodies and bid negotiation in latter stages of bid development

* Develop a repository of our technical and business information specifically related to bid writing

* Assist in technical document writing and journal paper production Preferred Experience & Skills

Profile

* Bachelor's / Master's in an engineering related field

* 4+ years' experience in writing high quality proposals with excellent attention to detail

* Experience working with government agencies

* Independently gather information from subject matter experts to develop, organise, and write proposals and bids

* Impeccable organisation and administration skills

* Must be able to set goals, prioritize multiple objectives with various deadlines and independently manage projects

* Experience in using graphics and rendering to display complex infographic information

* Experience leading a cross-functional team and external contacts

* Demonstrable experience translating complex ideas into readily understood proposals

* Ability to develop and implement winning themes and have a core understanding of the industry and competition

* Record of successfully planning and completing both short and long-term projects on time

* Strong creative and technical writing skills, as well as excellent verbal communication skills

* Able to work and be embedded into various teams to gain an understanding of the processes

* Be willing to play a crucial part of a dynamic and fast paced team that is putting the UK back into Additional Requirements

* Experience of writing technical proposals and bid writing is preferred

* Must be willing to travel for work

* Must be willing to work in a dynamic teamwork-oriented environment

* Must be willing to work overtime and at weekends, going the extra mile to meet critical company deadlines

Job Offer

A salary of £35000 - £50000 and various benefits