Proposals Manager

Proposals Manager Join to apply for the Proposals Manager role at John Sisk & Son Ltd. Overview As a Proposals Manager (PM), you will work closely with the Head of Proposals – UK Construction and regional bid/sector teams to support Sisk’s work‑winning activities, and identify and develop operational best practice, raising the standards in how we produce and manage bids. You will develop innovative strategies and translate these into successful proposal management plans, including development of win themes, answer planning, evidence capture, presentation, and submission into programme delivery. In this hands‑on role, you will regularly interact with senior colleagues and build relationships with teams across internal business units. The PM will encourage bid best practice and champion work‑winning strategies throughout the proposal lifecycle. John Sisk & Son have been building excellence as a family‑owned international construction company by offering trust, certainty and value to our clients whilst being at the heart of change. Responsibilities Apply Sisk’s work‑winning process, helping our technical experts and proposals team to provide innovative ideas and high‑quality evidence. Take a proactive role in writing standard content, CVs and project profiles – closing gaps where possible by interviewing/key questioning relevant parts of the business. Proof‑read and copy‑edit responses to ensure compelling, benefits‑driven copy. Proactively develop and manage a network of subject‑matter experts. Identify and re‑work existing pre‑written content in line with specific questions and bespoke to individual client requirements. Re‑write/edit proposal responses from a variety of stakeholders, typically involving contributions from operations, commercial, legal, customer, HR and finance. Take the lead in writing compelling, factual, focused executive summaries. Manage review deadlines – lead, guide and coordinate quality colour reviews, programming them into your bid plan, issuing guidance, evolving best practice and driving value through the review process at all stages. Develop and translate key messages through graphics and well‑presented documents. Deliver completed written proposal responses against agreed deadlines. Post‑bid presentations – ensure storyboards and/or scripts align to bid strategy and produce additional supporting materials as required. Capture all new content within the Bid Content Library (Aftercare). Record and share lessons learnt / best practice. Apply client bid feedback to future responses to drive continuous improvement. Flexibility to travel to sites throughout the UK when required. Experience Extensive experience of "hands‑on" proposals management within a construction environment. Desirable sector experience: healthcare, residential, commercial, public sector. A degree‑level qualification in an appropriate subject. A pro‑active approach, using initiative and taking responsibility for own actions. Confidence to delegate to all levels, where required. Strong written English language skills. Proficient in MS Office. Experience of Adobe Creative Suite software package is essential. Ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines and communicate and influence at senior levels. Ability to work on an individual basis as well as part of a team. Flexibility to occasionally work outside standard working hours. APMP, CIM or another professional membership is an advantage but not essential. Qualifications Essential Qualifications Degree educated and certified to APMP Foundation/Practitioner Level. Advanced MS Word skills and proficient in MS Office. Additional Information Competitive salary 26 days annual leave plus additional company days Pension and benefits Unlimited learning and development opportunities Much more Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level Employment Type Full‑time Job Function Other Industries Construction We are an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable adjustments are available during the recruitment process. All recruitment materials comply with legal and regulatory requirements including the EU Pay Transparency Directive and the Equality Acts UK and Ireland. #J-18808-Ljbffr