Bid Manager – Architectural Practice

About the role

We are a leading architectural practice seeking an experienced Bid Manager to join our London studio. You will own high‑value submissions, support strategic work‑winning activity and help shape the future of our bids function.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full bid lifecycle in line with internal procedures.
• Take ownership of high‑value, strategically important submissions.
• Produce high‑quality bid documents using Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign.
• Review and edit bid content for accuracy, consistency and client focus.
• Develop work‑winning strategies across multiple sectors.
• Coordinate input from partners, senior stakeholders, project teams and technical specialists.
• Maintain the internal bid library, including CVs, case studies and photography.
• Analyse bid outcomes, report performance and implement improvements.
• Support the Head of Bids with longer‑term strategic initiatives.
• Line‑manage and coordinate the workload of the wider bids team.

Required profile

• Proven experience managing end‑to‑end bid processes.
• Background in architecture, built environment, construction or professional services.
• Strong interest in architecture and design.
• Excellent bid writing, editing and proofreading abilities.

Required skills

• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Creative Suite

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑profile projects within a respected practice.
• Collaborative environment with senior partners and a dedicated work‑winning team.
• Professional development and career progression in a growing bids function.