Senior Bid Manager at Kier Group in Castle Donington, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

bid coordination

proposal development

risk management

team assembly

governance signoff

pipeline tracking

Co-ordinate with design managers, commercial management and operational teams to align on programme milestones and deliverables, co-ordinate the development of design, cost, programme and logistics proposals.
Arrange and chair Bid Meetings with relevant stakeholders ensuring accurate and effective communication across stakeholders to set strategy, timescales and input obligations, drive engagement and collaboration with subject matter experts to ensure timely receipt of relevant technical information pertaining to bids.
Drive 2nd stage teams from preferred bidder status to successful contract award ensuring that the 2nd stage team (Design Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, Project Managers etc) execute strategic bid targets
Oversee internal and external 2nd stage launches, clearly setting out roles, responsibilities and expectations aligned to bid strategy, robustly managing, monitoring and mitigating key project risks
Ensure all internal sign off and governance processes are robustly followed and take ownership of comprehensive and detailed handover to delivery teams
Assembly of bid teams, identifying key knowledge and expertise relevant to specific bids to ensure that client needs are reflected in the mix of subject matter experts aligned with bids.
Tracking pipeline of projects, undertaking research, working closely with the business development function to get early visibility in future opportunities that align with Kier Constructions business plan and capabilities.

Requirements

framework procurement

construction

bid management

tier 1

2nd stage bids

Expert understanding of framework procurement and experience within the most current forms of procurement.
Have strong construction knowledge gained in a Bidding, Technical or Commercial role within construction contracting.
Can demonstrate experience of managing bid services within a tier 1 construction environment.
Previous experience of successfully managing 2nd stage bids to time, compliance and budget

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The company was established in 1928, marking the beginning of its legacy.

£4 Billion

Annual Revenue

Generated nearly £4 billion in 2024, indicating strong financial performance.

£10Bn Order Book

Confirmed Contracts

A strong pipeline of £10 billion worth of contracts ensures steady growth.

£150M Profit

Operating Margin

Delivers healthy margins with £150 million in operating profit.

Kier undertakes a wide range of projects—from hospitals and schools to roads, rail links, and prisons.
Their 360° model spans develop, design‑build, maintain and operate services across sectors like aviation, water, energy and nuclear.
They’ve delivered landmark schemes such as the Luton DART airport‑rail link and the UK’s first all‑electric prison.
Property division focuses on urban regeneration, mixed‑use residential and commercial developments.
Headquartered in Manchester (Salford Quays) with enduring influence across the UK infrastructure landscape.

Culture + Values

We value integrity, teamwork, and responsibility.
We encourage and support personal development.
We are committed to delivering the highest standards of service.
We believe in clear communication, respecting individuals, and working collaboratively.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2050

Long-term environmental commitment

Aims to completely eliminate carbon emissions in the long term.

40% Emission Reduction

Operational carbon target

Plans to cut operational carbon emissions significantly within four years.

100% Renewable Energy

Energy transition commitment

Committed to sourcing all energy from renewable sources within four years.

Focused on minimizing waste through efficient resource management.
Utilizes sustainable design and construction practices in projects.

Inclusion & Diversity

Women 30%

Representation in senior roles

Targeted increase in women's representation in senior leadership roles by 2025.

Minority 20%

Workforce diversity

Ethnic minority representation within the workforce.

Introduced leadership development program to increase diversity in senior roles.

Articles

Careers

Our projects

Facilities management expertise

Role

Description

bid coordination

proposal development

risk management

team assembly

governance signoff

pipeline tracking

Co-ordinate with design managers, commercial management and operational teams to align on programme milestones and deliverables, co-ordinate the development of design, cost, programme and logistics proposals.
Arrange and chair Bid Meetings with relevant stakeholders ensuring accurate and effective communication across stakeholders to set strategy, timescales and input obligations, drive engagement and collaboration with subject matter experts to ensure timely receipt of relevant technical information pertaining to bids.
Drive 2nd stage teams from preferred bidder status to successful contract award ensuring that the 2nd stage team (Design Managers, Quantity Surveyors, Estimators, Project Managers etc) execute strategic bid targets
Oversee internal and external 2nd stage launches, clearly setting out roles, responsibilities and expectations aligned to bid strategy, robustly managing, monitoring and mitigating key project risks
Ensure all internal sign off and governance processes are robustly followed and take ownership of comprehensive and detailed handover to delivery teams
Assembly of bid teams, identifying key knowledge and expertise relevant to specific bids to ensure that client needs are reflected in the mix of subject matter experts aligned with bids.
Tracking pipeline of projects, undertaking research, working closely with the business development function to get early visibility in future opportunities that align with Kier Constructions business plan and capabilities.

Requirements

framework procurement

construction

bid management

tier 1

2nd stage bids

Expert understanding of framework procurement and experience within the most current forms of procurement.
Have strong construction knowledge gained in a Bidding, Technical or Commercial role within construction contracting.
Can demonstrate experience of managing bid services within a tier 1 construction environment.
Previous experience of successfully managing 2nd stage bids to time, compliance and budget

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1928

Year Founded

The company was established in 1928, marking the beginning of its legacy.

£4 Billion

Annual Revenue

Generated nearly £4 billion in 2024, indicating strong financial performance.

£10Bn Order Book

Confirmed Contracts

A strong pipeline of £10 billion worth of contracts ensures steady growth.

£150M Profit

Operating Margin

Delivers healthy margins with £150 million in operating profit.

Kier undertakes a wide range of projects—from hospitals and schools to roads, rail links, and prisons.
Their 360° model spans develop, design‑build, maintain and operate services across sectors like aviation, water, energy and nuclear.
They’ve delivered landmark schemes such as the Luton DART airport‑rail link and the UK’s first all‑electric prison.
Property division focuses on urban regeneration, mixed‑use residential and commercial developments.
Headquartered in Manchester (Salford Quays) with enduring influence across the UK infrastructure landscape.

Culture + Values

We value integrity, teamwork, and responsibility.
We encourage and support personal development.
We are committed to delivering the highest standards of service.
We believe in clear communication, respecting individuals, and working collaboratively.

Environment + Sustainability

Net Zero by 2050

Long-term environmental commitment

Aims to completely eliminate carbon emissions in the long term.

40% Emission Reduction

Operational carbon target

Plans to cut operational carbon emissions significantly within four years.

100% Renewable Energy

Energy transition commitment

Committed to sourcing all energy from renewable sources within four years.

Focused on minimizing waste through efficient resource management.
Utilizes sustainable design and construction practices in projects.

Inclusion & Diversity

Women 30%

Representation in senior roles

Targeted increase in women's representation in senior leadership roles by 2025.

Minority 20%

Workforce diversity

Ethnic minority representation within the workforce.

Introduced leadership development program to increase diversity in senior roles.

Articles

Careers

Our projects

Facilities management expertise