Summary
Acorn Engineering are looking for a Bid Manager to join our growing Sales team. You’ll be part of a fast-paced, collaborative environment where Business Development, Estimating, and Marketing come together to win new opportunities and grow the business.
In this role, you’ll take ownership of the bid process from start to finish, from identifying opportunities, managing timelines, and coordinating responses, to producing well-structured, compelling proposals. It’s a role that demands attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to thrive under deadlines.
Package & Benefits
Location: Slough / Hybrid
Salary: up to £55,000 dependant on experience
Hours: 41.25 per week
Company Benefits
Pension scheme
Company Events
Wellbeing Benefits – 24 hours turnaround GP appointment for the whole family
25 days holiday (not including bank holidays)
Cycle to Work Scheme
Responsibilities
Manage the full bid process, from opportunity identification through to project delivery
Ensure bids are compliant, well-written, and delivered on time
Coordinate input from multiple stakeholders and consolidate into a final submission
Review commercial aspects of bids, making sure all details are accurate and aligned with client requirements
Maintain our bid library, CRM records, and portals, keeping everything up to date and well-organised
Work closely with Business Development to assess opportunities and shape winning strategies
Contribute to post-bid reviews and knowledge sharing across the wider group
Skills & Qualifications Required
At least 3 years’ experience as a Bid Manager, ideally managing complex, multi-workstream opportunities
Strong commercial awareness and confidence in dealing with senior stakeholders
Excellent writing and communication skills, with an eye for detail and presentation
Highly organised, able to manage multiple deadlines at once
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM tools
APMP Foundation Level or equivalent
Experience in the Hard FM sector
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, colour, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability
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