Bid Manager

About This Role

This Bid Manager role is a pivotal opportunity within the Defence Nuclear Technology Solutions (DNTS) business, focusing on winning work in complex, highly regulated industries. The successful candidate will lead complex bids and strategic pursuits, working with multidisciplinary teams to secure critical programmes for customers and shape the future success of the business.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple bids and proposals from initial opportunity assessment through to submission and award
• Develop bid strategies aligned with customer requirements, capture plans, and business objectives
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across technical, operational, commercial, legal, and supply chain functions
• Manage bid schedules, governance reviews, deliverables, and submission activities to ensure deadlines are met
• Facilitate bid kick-off meetings, workshops, and review sessions to maintain momentum and alignment
• Review and challenge proposal content, ensuring submissions are clear, compelling, compliant, and competitive
• Work closely with subject matter experts and key stakeholders to develop winning solutions
• Identify and manage risks and opportunities throughout the bid process
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, procurement regulations, and internal governance processes
• Capture lessons learned and contribute to the continuous improvement of bid management processes, tools, and best practice

Requirements

• Proven experience managing complex bids and tender submissions within Defence, Nuclear, Government, Infrastructure, or other highly regulated sectors
• A strong understanding of public sector procurement and competitive tendering processes
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and coordinating contributions from multiple stakeholders
• Excellent project management, planning, and organisational skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop high-quality customer-facing proposals
• The ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities while maintaining exceptional standards
• Knowledge of bid management methodologies such as APMP, Shipley, or equivalent approaches
• Qualification in Project Management, Commercial Management, Engineering, or a related discipline or equivalent relevant professional experience
• APMP Foundation certification or significant bid management experience

Nice to have:

• APMP Practitioner certification
• Shipley certification or training

Important Details

• Schedule: 3 days in the office
• Office relocation: The Trinzic office will be relocating to Guildford in January 2028

Security Clearance

• SC Clearance
• Eligibility for UK Security Clearance (SC) is required
• Restrictions relating to nationality and residency apply
• Candidates must be a sole British national to be considered for this position

About the Company

KBR delivers science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies worldwide, employing approximately 37,000 people with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Trinzic will launch as a global organisation with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment.