Bid Manager & Bid Coordinator for Landmark Projects at Award-Winning London Studio

Seize the opportunity to shape the skyline with your expertise and creativity! A prestigious London-based architectural studio, renowned for its 'contemporary contextualism,' is seeking an experienced Bid Manager and Bid Coordinator. This is your chance to contribute to iconic projects that harmonize history and innovation, working within a practice known for transforming the urban landscape.

About the Company: Join a firm that stands as a beacon of architectural excellence, blending heritage with modernity across high-profile projects in the UK and Qatar. Specializing in architecture and urbanism, this acclaimed practice has received numerous accolades for its contextual designs that emphasize sustainability and community engagement. With a dynamic and inclusive culture, the studio fosters an environment of creativity, collaboration, and a commitment to making a lasting impact.

Role Overview: As a Bid Manager/Coordinator, you will play a strategic role in driving the studio’s growth by managing the bid process to secure high-profile projects. Your expertise will guide the creation of compelling bid submissions that reflect the firm’s design ethos and vision. This is a highly collaborative role where you’ll work closely with senior leadership, design teams, and external consultants to deliver winning bids.

Key Responsibilities:

Identify, evaluate, and prioritize tender opportunities, aligning them with the studio’s strategic goals.
Lead weekly review meetings to facilitate informed go/no-go decisions on tender opportunities.
Manage the end-to-end production of bid documents, ensuring deadlines are met and input from all contributors is seamlessly integrated.
Edit and refine bid content, ensuring a clear, coherent presentation of technical and creative materials.
Use advanced desktop publishing tools to design visually compelling bid presentations.
Maintain and update the bid library, ensuring all resources are current and aligned with the firm’s evolving strategy.

Requirements:

Proven experience in bid management and coordination, ideally within architecture, urban design, or the construction sector.
Strong background in developing new business strategies alongside senior management.
Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, with a keen eye for design and layout.
Exceptional English language skills, with a talent for editing and presenting complex information clearly.
Strong organizational and time management abilities, with the capacity to lead teams and manage multiple priorities under pressure.
Qualifications in graphic design, marketing, or equivalent experience are desirable.

What We Offer:

Generous holidays, including a Christmas shutdown, to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
Annual bonus linked to both performance and company profitability.
Flexible working policies, allowing you to balance personal and professional commitments.
Time in lieu for overtime worked, ensuring work-life balance is respected.
Professional development through CPD opportunities and ARB membership support.
The opportunity to be part of the firm’s journey towards becoming an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT), fostering a culture of shared success.

Join Our Vision: At this studio, you're more than just a team member—you’re part of a family that values every contribution toward creating sustainable, impactful architecture. If you're a skilled bid professional ready to take the next step in your career, apply today to become part of a practice where your aspirations align with the future of urban design.

Apply now with your CV and portfolio. All applications will be handled confidentially.

Bid Manager / Coordinator