Job Description

Job Role

This is an opportunity to play a key role in the Business Development team at one of the largest main contractors in Kent. You will be involved in all aspects of the company's activities with a focus on new business, marketing, events and social value delivery.

The responsibilities, scope and seniority of this role will be dependent on the successful candidate's suitability, skills and experience.

Your main priorities will include supporting bid submissions, coordinating marketing activities, organising company events and assisting with the delivery of the company's social value programme.

Accountabilities

Reporting to the Senior Management Team.

Key Tasks and Activities

Producing high-quality written bid proposal documents, including Pre-Qualification Questionnaires and tender quality submissions, working closely with the Pre-Construction team. Coordinating and formatting tender documentation, including document control, layout structure and final submission preparation. Undertaking creative design work to enhance the quality, consistency and corporate branding of marketing materials and bid submissions. Creating and maintaining marketing materials, including brochures, project information sheets, website content and photography. Developing and updating website content and supporting regular social and digital marketing activity. Planning, organising and coordinating company events, including an annual charity golf day and similar initiatives, covering event programmes, guest lists, invitations and logistics. Supporting local sponsorship partnerships and wider community engagement activities. Liaising with teams across the business to gather project, operational and company information to support marketing outputs and bid submissions. Using tender and planning portals to identify new business opportunities

Social Value Responsibilities

Managing the coordination and delivery of the company's social value programme. Liaising with local schools, colleges and education providers to support partnership activities. Assisting with the organisation and delivery of: School and college engagement workshops Construction careers talks and industry awareness sessions Site tours and work-experience visits Careers fairs and employer engagement events Assisting with the recording and reporting of social value activities for tender and client requirements.

Essential

Excellent IT skills - competent in Microsoft Office and presentation software including Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Positive attitude to working as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines. Confident managing concurrent projects. Strong administration skills with excellent organisation and communication abilities. Ability to use initiative to manage marketing activities and priorities. Confident and motivated individual able to represent the company at events. Full UK driving licence and access to an appropriately insured vehicle.

Desirable

University degree in Business, Marketing or a related discipline. Previous experience in a similar role within the construction industry.

Package

A competitive salary is available and will be dependent on experience.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 35,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Free flu jabs Life insurance On-site parking
Experience:

Construction: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person