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Job Title: Bid Manager Location: Solihull Business area: Kier Construction, Mechanical and Electrical : , full time with agile and part-time working available At Kier we believe that – wherever we can, whether office or site-based – we should embrace an agile/flexible approach to working. We are proud to offer our employees the opportunity, where we can, to do this. With full flexibility available with this opportunity, as long as you can attend an office or site visit where needed, this position can be carried from any location. Benefits: You can expect a competitive salary and an outstanding package that includes a company car or allowance, private healthcare, a matched pension scheme up to 7.5%, 26 days’ annual leave + bank holidays (with the opportunity to buy or sell holiday) together with two employee Share Scheme options (Sharesave and Share Incentive Plan). To find out more about the rewards and benefits at Kier, . KME are an internal MEP self-delivery business within the Kier group, supporting the internal regional businesses across the UK and the Strategic Projects business on complex and challenging projects that range from £5m to £80m. The business has a full design, construct and commissioning capability. The business has been operating for over 50 years with a track record for delivering on developing staff, repeat business and successful projects. Kier Mechanical & Electrical (KME) has an exciting opportunity for an individual to join its highly successful delivery team. The added benefit of being part of Kier is that we are at the forefront of Technology, using Modern Methods of Construction (MMoC), while setting Social and Sustainable standards. A company that truly makes safety, wellbeing, environmental and social responsibilities the heart of how we operate. Key Responsibilities Within the role, the incumbent will be responsible for: · To be responsible for developing and leading winning bid strategies, giving perspective / benchmark analysis together with providing diligence against our internal tender pricing. Provide guidance in respect to the market approach of a project · Lead the bid winning and commercial pricing strategy for the project There will be additional responsibility for sectional external electrical services distribution across the project. · Review and add value to the tender process, suggesting alternative solutions, driving value for money and suggesting sources of competitive advantage What do we need from you? Review and add value to the tender process, suggesting alternative solutions, driving value for money and suggesting sources of competitive advantage. Identify and lead tender through alternative designs and solutions.Ensure tenders and cost plans are prepared timely, diligently and appropriately, with the correct level of checks and balances. We’re all about finding potential here at Kier, and transferable skills are always welcome! So even if you don’t tick every box, please apply and we can have a chat. We want to hear from candidates from all backgrounds and experiences, and we especially encourage those from underrepresented communities to get in touch with us. If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please get in touch at to discuss and arrange these. Kier is committed to creating supportive and inclusive opportunities for all our applicants and employees. We appreciate applicants from all backgrounds and we specifically encourage those from underrepresented communities to apply. Take a look to learn more about our commitments to diversity and inclusion. If you require any reasonable adjustments during any part of the application process, please let us know so we can discuss and arrange these by emailing . Please note, interviews may take place before the closing date, and we reserve the right to close applications early. Kier Group