Bid & Mobilisation Manager

Overview

Manage bids and mobilisation for construction college, leading proposals and transitions.

Key Responsibilities

• bid coordination
• mobilisation
• bid management
• risk management
• market monitoring
• content development

Tasks

-Coordinate bid teams and workflows to meet deadlines and governance standards, including preparing papers for internal approval processes. -Lead mobilisation activities post-award: contract handover, stakeholder alignment, resource planning, and system setup. -Collaborate with curriculum, finance, legal, HR, and delivery teams to gather inputs and align bid responses. -Act as the key liaison between clients and internal teams to ensure smooth transitions into delivery. -Lead the full bid lifecycle: qualification, strategy, proposal development, review, and submission. -Champion team development and succession planning, using tools and conversations to support growth. -Track and mitigate risks, manage bid budgets, and monitor performance metrics such as win rates and submission timeliness. -Monitor market trends and procurement standards to inform future strategy. -Conduct bid debriefs, capture lessons learned and refine bid and mobilisation processes. -Craft compelling bid content including value propositions, executive summaries, pricing, and compliance documentation to achieve an excellent win rate. -Ensure all bids meet RFP/tender requirements, internal governance, and client specifications. -Identify and monitor tender opportunities across sectors, engaging in pre-market activities and stakeholder networking.

Requirements

• prince2
• bid management
• stakeholder mgmt
• proposal software
• communication
• dbs

What You Bring

This role is working with the team from CITB’s National Construction College (NCC) which is a national construction skills college for the industry, with training being delivered across the UK. NCC is part of CITB. Full time, with some anti-social hours required, usually travel related or working to submission deadlines CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. A basic DBS is required for this post. -Excellent communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly and persuasively. -Knowledge of Local and National Government skills programmes and funding mechanisms. -High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines. -Experience in mobilisation frameworks and operational handover. -Proven experience in bid management or tendering, especially in public/private sector contexts. -Professional qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, project management credentials). -Solid understanding of compliance, governance, risk, and pricing in bid environments. -Strong project and stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams. -Experience managing team transitions and contract setup during mobilisation. -Sector-specific knowledge (e.g. skills programmes, public services) and familiarity with tender platforms. -Familiarity with proposal management software.

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Benefits

Hybrid / Peterborough Car Allowance £6,799 per annum The post holder will be eligible for either a company car or a car allowance in line with the grade for this role, subject to the vehicle nominated for business use complying with CITB’s Car Policy. Provisional Interview Dates £67,162 per annum Safer Recruitment -Free onsite parking at CITB sites -Life assurance (4x salary) -Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution) -25 days holiday + bank holidays -2 paid volunteering days per year -Employee Assistance Programme — because your wellbeing matters

About Citb

-The organization partners with companies to deliver vocational training, apprenticeships, and a range of funding opportunities. -It focuses on upskilling the workforce to meet growing demands across infrastructure, energy, and residential projects. -CITB offers tailored support for construction companies of all sizes, ensuring they have the skilled workforce needed to succeed. -One of CITB’s standout initiatives is its wide-reaching apprenticeship program, aiming to develop the next generation of construction professionals. -CITB plays a vital role in improving safety standards and promoting best practices across the construction sector. -With significant expertise in residential and commercial construction, CITB supports both large and small projects. -The organization works closely with the government to shape policy and ensure the UK construction industry has a steady pipeline of talent.

Sector Specialisms

Interview Process

-first stage interviews online via microsoft teams on 7th, 14th, 18th and 20th november (subject to change).

Security Clearance

-pre-employment vetting checks required, including past employer references. -basic dbs check required.