Head of Bid Management

Overview

At Stonbury, we're specialists in sustainable water asset management delivering high-value outcomes across potable water, wastewater, and environmental sectors. With growing demand for our services and a strong pipeline of opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced Head of Bid Management with a proven track record of successfully securing contracts and frameworks on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

What you'll be doing

• Lead and inspire the bid team to deliver high-quality, winning submissions across PQQs, ITTs, and BAFOs.
• Oversee the full bid lifecycle, from opportunity identification through to submission and post-bid analysis.
• Develop and implement bid strategies aligned with our growth objectives.
• Manage the bid/no-bid process, ensuring resources are focused on the most promising opportunities.
• Coordinate internal and external contributors to produce compelling, compliant, and commercially sound proposals.
• Maintain and enhance our bid library to streamline future submissions and improve efficiency.
• Monitor tender portals and client communications to identify new opportunities and forecast future revenue.
• Track and analyse bid performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage the bid team budget and ensure effective resource allocation.

Who we're looking for

• Proven experience leading end-to-end bid management processes, including EOI, PQQ, ITT, RFP, and BAFO submissions.
• A strong track record of securing new contracts and frameworks in a competitive environment.
• Excellent understanding of commercial terms and conditions, particularly NEC4.
• Exceptional proposal writing, editing, and presentation skills.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to thrive under pressure, manage multiple deadlines, and lead cross-functional teams.
• A collaborative, proactive, and results-driven mindset.

What we're offering

• Benifex Platform - including the Technology Scheme, Dental Plan, and the Bike Scheme
• Discounts on retail, shopping, gym access and cinema tickets
• 24 days' annual leave
• Private Medical InsuranceIncome protection
• Life assurance
• 6% employer pension contribution

There's never been a more exciting time to join us. With increasing investment in water, wastewater, and environmental infrastructure, we're growing fast - and we're looking for passionate people to grow with us. At Stonbury, we're one team with a shared purpose: to be the best water and environment specialist.