Job Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our team as a Bid Coordinator. This role requires a professional who excels in relationship management, strategic planning, and has a keen eye for detail. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of project management (PM) principles and Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies. You should be adept at working independently, managing multiple priorities, and communicating effectively across all levels of the organisation.

Key Responsibilities:
• Bid Management & Coordination: Assist in the coordination and management of the bid process, ensuring all requirements are met and deadlines are adhered to. Work closely with the team to develop bid responses and documentation.
• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to ensure alignment of objectives and successful bid outcomes.
• Project Coordination: Help with detailed planning and prioritisation of tasks related to bid submissions, ensuring timely completion and high-quality deliverables.
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrate strong attention to detail in all aspects of bid management, ensuring accuracy in all bid-related documentation and deliverables.
• PM and SDLC Methodology: Apply project management best practices and SDLC methodology as needed to coordinate various aspects of the bid lifecycle.
• Excel Skills: Utilise advanced Excel capabilities to track bid progress, analyse data, and generate reports to aid in decision-making.
• Communication: Effectively communicate bid-related updates, requirements, and results at all levels of the organisation, both in writing and presentations.
• Bid Process & Terminology: Understand the bid process and industry-specific terminology to contribute to the overall lifecycle of a bid.
• Independent Work: Capable of working with minimal supervision after receiving direction, managing multiple bid-related tasks simultaneously.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
• Strong relationship management and interpersonal skills.
• Detailed planning and prioritisation capabilities.
• Analytical mindset with excellent attention to detail.
• Solid understanding of project management principles and SDLC methodology.
• Proficiency in Excel at an intermediate/advanced level.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, with the ability to interact across all levels of the organisation.
• Familiarity with the bid process and industry-specific terminology.
• Ability to work independently, taking initiative and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications:
• Detailed knowledge of business operations in specific sectors such as FM, Highways, and Rail.
• Understanding of Enterprise Architecture (EA).
• Awareness of emerging technologies and how they apply to business operations and bid management.

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