Job Description

About The Role
Job Title: Bid Manager
REPORTING TO: National Framework Director
DIVISION: Building
LOCATION: Northern Ireland, Hillsborough
CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent
BENEFITS: Car Allowance Pension, Private Medical Cover, Life Assurance Scheme
Overview:
Join GRAHAM's Build Division as a Bid Manager, leading high-quality, competitive submissions for major UK frameworks and projects. Based at our Head Office in Hillsborough, this role involves occasional travel and close collaboration with internal teams and external partners to secure profitable work.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Bids: Manage submissions for national frameworks (e.g., Department for Education, ProCure23).
Strategy Development: Shape bid strategies and campaigns to enhance win potential.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with Framework Managers, Sector Leads, and technical teams to align with client needs.
Document Preparation: Produce compelling bid plans and deliverables.
Innovation: Drive continuous improvement in bid writing and management.
Requirements:
Essential:

• Proven bid management experience (construction preferred).
• Strong grasp of procurement and tendering processes.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and time management.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Track record of successful UK bid submissions.

Desirable:

• Degree or equivalent.
• Experience in education and healthcare sector bids.

Key Competencies:
Communication: Tailor messaging for diverse audiences; build strong relationships.
Planning: Prioritise effectively; maintain accuracy under pressure.
Problem Solving & Innovation: Evaluate options, implement change, and drive improvements.
Leadership: Foster collaboration and guide teams to meet objectives.
Why GRAHAM?
Enjoy working on high-profile national projects within a supportive, innovative team culture, with excellent career development opportunities and a competitive salary and benefits package.
Apply now to help shape GRAHAM's continued success through strategic, high-impact bid submissions.
Our Commitment
At GRAHAM, we are proud to say that we are a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and we aim to be the first choice for people from all backgrounds. We seek to promote respect for the individual and equality of opportunities. We believe that everyone should be treated solely on the basis of personal merit and contribution throughout their GRAHAM career journey and not on the value of artificial barriers, prejudices, or preferences.
If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to making our policies and guidance accessible to all applicants and employees. If you need this document in an alternative format, such as large print, audio, or braille, please contact us at:

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As a Disability Confident Employer, we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. If you would like to apply through the Disability Confident Interview Scheme, please contact Louise Hunter, Resourcing Manager, at:

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• Phone: 07384 916355

We are only able to consider applications from individuals who are eligible to live and work in the UK, as per Home Office regulations. Please check your eligibility with the regulations before applying. Individuals with a current time restricted right to work in the UK, should contact the Human Resources team in the first instance.
A basic disclosure may be requested if security clearance is required by 3rd party clients and a criminal record will not necessarily be a bar to obtaining a position. Our Access NI/Vetting and Barring Scheme Policy and Policy on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is available upon request.
GRAHAM reserves the right to carry out checks to ensure the validity of an applicant's experience and/or qualifications and we expect all applicants to comply with any such requests for information. Failure to do so or evidence of any falsification of information will lead to either removal from the recruitment process or if already in employment potential termination of contract through the company disciplinary procedure.
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