We are partnering with a well-established, design practice to hire an experienced Bid Manager. This newly created role is central to the organisation’s business development strategy. You will take ownership of the entire bid process, from identifying opportunities through to submission and post-bid evaluation. This opportunity is well suited to a driven and commercially minded professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-moving environment. Roles and Responsibilities Take ownership of the full bid lifecycle, ensuring submissions are delivered on time and to a high standard Develop tailored bid strategies that effectively respond to client requirements and highlight key differentiators Coordinate inputs from internal stakeholders, managing timelines, workflows, and review processes Collaborate with project teams and senior leaders to shape clear, compelling narratives and win themes Lead internal bid meetings, workshops, and review sessions to refine approach and messaging Produce structured, visually engaging proposals in collaboration with marketing and design teams Ensure all bid and marketing materials align with brand standards and broader business strategy Capture and analyse feedback from clients and stakeholders to enhance future submissions Contribute to award entries, publications, and other profile-raising activities Skills and Experience 5 years’ experience in bid management within architecture, engineering, construction, or a related professional services sector Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent bids in a deadline-driven environment Strong commercial awareness with the ability to translate technical information into persuasive, client-focused content Proven experience working with multidisciplinary teams and engaging senior stakeholders Understanding of design-led environments and the ability to reflect brand identity within submissions Experience producing high-quality, visually engaging documentation Familiarity with bid tools, content management systems, or CRM platforms is advantageous Consultant Emily Lodola Consultant, Business Support (02) 9212 0230 emily.l@bespokecareers.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-lodola-57b313225/ Reference number: 73229 Profession:Business SupportBid Specialists Company: Bespoke Careers Date posted: 15th Jun, 2026
