Some see what’s behind them. We see what’s beyond.

Bid Manager

Location: Stirling, 3 days per week with 2 days home working

Contract - Full time Permanent

Relationships. Results. Success. At Robertson Facilities Management, we see them our way. We’re professional enough to make every collaboration count. Driven enough to deliver the very best service to everyone we work with. Friendly enough to make sure any environment we manage is as enjoyable as it is safe. Join us and you’ll join the UK’s largest family-owned construction, infrastructure and support services businesses. And as a Bid Manager, you’ll be part of a team that’s doing incredible things – for ourselves, for the partners we work with, and for a truly sustainable future

What you'll do:

• Research, prepare and submit bids for FM contracts. Bids will include: preparing responses to questions, method statements, risk allocation statements and cost proposals.
• Liaise with clients, demonstrating the quality of the company’s services, finding innovative solutions to new challenges, negotiating an effective balance between cost, value and risk, bringing deals to a close.
• Develop project-specific policies and operational procedures that fit with the company’s value framework and match the requirements of the client.
• Provide detailed briefing and handover documentation on successful bids to operational mobilisation teams to ensure a seamless transfer from bid to operations.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities which match the company’s strengths and ambitions
• Research and develop partnering opportunities with suppliers, contractors and advisers that enhance the company’s bidding and market position.
• Work flexibly within the FM team, undertaking any other duties which contribute to growth and profitability.
• Prepare papers and documentation for presentations to the Board of Directors to maintain the internal governance process

 What you'll need:

• A relevant degree/diploma or professional qualification in a Hard FM discipline or have equivalent experience. 

• A proven track record of Bid Management experience in the FM sector, preferably both in bidding for public and private sector contracts with a proven track record in delivering successful bids.

• Experience in a Senior Operational position (preferably FM sector)
• Prepare and present impressive bids and tenders using InDesign
• Prepare cost plans based on evidence, research and benchmarks
• Communicate effectively at a professional level

Who we’re looking for:

A Bid Manager oversees all aspects of proposal preparation, ensuring quality, compelling bids are submitted promptly. They review all customer requirements to ensure that they are met in the proposal and collaborate with a wide variety of parties involved to include all necessary information within the proposals. This role also includes the management of procurement databases

Working the Robertson Way 

Joining us isn’t just about seeing things our way. It’s also about working the Robertson Way too, by bringing our 5 guiding principles to life. Here’s what that means… 

We listen  

Listening enables us to work positively and collaboratively, and gives customers, partners and colleagues the assurance that their voices are always heard.  

We are professional  

Our mix of prudence and diligence, care and attention to detail means that our customers have certainty and assurance in everything we do and trust us to deliver.  

We take responsibility  

Each of us is accountable for what we do. From the smallest detail to team safety and caring for our communities and the environment, we know that everything matters.  

We are determined to succeed  

Every challenge is an opportunity. We work collaboratively and focus on safety, productivity and quality to find solutions we can be proud of and that provide a positive, lasting benefit.  

We are one team  

We work as one - in our teams and partnerships, and with our customers. We respect each contribution, and everyone stands up to be counted. We are Team Robertson. 

What’s in it for you?

In addition to the hourly rate, we offer a wide range of rewards and benefits:

• 33 days annual leave 
• Company car or car allowance
• Private Healthcare
• Private pension
• Life assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Rewards platform for discounts with retailers, supermarkets, restaurants and more
• Annual flu vaccine
• Free Health & Wellbeing advice

When it comes to diversity and inclusion, we see things differently at Robertson. We’re a company with strong family values and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. That’s why we’re working to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can feel welcome, included, and where we can all be our authentic selves. 

Apply now 

If you’ve got what it takes to look at things differently, to find new perspectives, and to discover the extraordinary within the ordinary, we’d love to meet you.