Bid Manager – Social Housing Contractor (Planned Works) – Kent

Salary: £60,000 per annum

Office-based, 5 days per week

We are seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join a leading contractor specialising in planned works within the social housing sector. This is a key opportunity for a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to play a pivotal role in the continued growth of the business.

Role of the Bid Manager:

• Lead and manage the full bid process, from initial opportunity through to submission.

• Develop and deliver compelling, high-quality bids that align with client requirements and company objectives.

• Coordinate inputs from multiple stakeholders, ensuring deadlines are met and submissions are of the highest standard.

• Maintain a strong understanding of the social housing sector and build on the company’s reputation within planned works.

• Ensure compliance, consistency, and continuous improvement across all bid activity.

Bid Manager Requirements:

• Proven experience managing bids in the construction or social housing sector.

• Strong writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to work collaboratively across teams while maintaining control of timelines and deliverables.

• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

This is an office-based role, Monday to Friday, offering stability, a supportive environment, and the opportunity to directly influence the success of the company’s pipeline.

If would like any further information, please contact Jack Burgess at Build Recruitment.