Head of Bids
3 weeks ago
About the Company
We are working with a world-renowned architectural practice celebrated for their visionary designs and innovative approach to the built environment. With an impressive diverse portfolio spans cutting-edge urban design, commercial, cultural, and residential projects on an international scale, they are continuing to grow and expand into new markets, we are looking for a dynamic Head of Bids to lead our strategy for securing prestigious new projects and partnerships.
The Role
As Head of Bids, you will be a key member of our senior leadership team, responsible for driving the business development strategy and leading high-profile bid efforts. You will work closely with the C-suite, Communications Director as well as cross-functionally with other senior stakeholders to identify and secure opportunities that align with their vision and goals in the UK and EMEA region. This is a pivotal role for someone with a passion for the architecture industry or built environment and a proven track record of winning large, complex bids in a creative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Bid Strategy: Develop and execute a winning bid strategy, ensuring alignment with the practice’s vision and business objectives.
- Leadership: Manage and mentor the bid team, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Bid Development: Lead the preparation of compelling, high-quality bids, overseeing all aspects from initial opportunity identification through to submission.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients, collaborators, and partners, ensuring the practice is at the forefront of new opportunities.
- Market Insight: Monitor trends and opportunities in the architecture and construction sectors, positioning the practice as a leader in competitive bids.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with design teams, marketing, and senior leadership to ensure a unified approach to proposals and presentations.
- Performance Reporting: Track bid success rates, provide regular updates to the leadership team, and continuously refine the approach to improve outcomes.
Requirements:
- Experience: Proven experience in bid leadership within the architecture, engineering, or construction sectors, ideally within a high-profile or large-scale architectural practice.
- Strategic Mindset: Strong strategic thinking with the ability to foresee and capitalize on new opportunities.
- Leadership Skills: Exceptional leadership and team management abilities, with experience leading cross-functional teams.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a talent for creating persuasive, client-centric bid documents.
- Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the architecture industry, with insight into market trends and the bidding landscape.
- Commercial Acumen: Strong financial and commercial awareness, with experience developing winning commercial proposals.
- Results-Driven: A track record of success in winning bids, with an ability to manage multiple high-value opportunities simultaneously.
Why Join Us?
- Innovative Projects: Be part of a practice renowned for award-winning projects and pushing the boundaries of design.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who thrive on innovation and creativity.
- Career Growth: This role offers significant scope for career development within a growing, globally recognized practice.
- Competitive Benefits: We offer a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and opportunities for professional development.
If you're a forward-thinking bid leader with a passion for the architectural landscape and the drive to help shape the future of our practice, we’d love to hear from you.
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