Assistant Bidding Manager

About Mace

Mace integrates expertise in construction with consultancy services to realize potential in individuals and projects, pushing the frontiers of ambition. The company's core values influence its consulting style and shape the team members it seeks.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily management of bid processes from initial qualification through submission and activities after tenders.
• Assist lead bid managers on significant pursuit projects.
• Analyze tender documents and create compliance charts, response strategies, and bid schedules.
• Lead project kickoff sessions, brainstorming workshops, bid reviews, and governance procedures.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and contributions from technical, commercial, legal, and operational departments to guarantee compliance and timely delivery of bids.
• Develop and refine bid materials including narratives, CVs, and project summaries to ensure compliance, client focus, and persuasive impact.
• Handle clarifications related to tenders and orchestrate client query responses.
• Manage client tender portals and oversee the electronic submission of bids.
• Ensure completion of governance checks, necessary authorizations, and final approvals.
• Keep track of incoming bids via a centralized inbox and maintain an updated opportunity pipeline.
• Maintain the content hub related to work winning within Mace.
• Adapt and thrive in a fast-moving environment, juggling several bid opportunities simultaneously.
• Exhibit a proactive approach towards self-growth and ongoing enhancement of skills.
• Participate actively in the Mace global pursuits network through meetings, workshops, and sharing best practices.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience in bid management roles.
• Previous exposure to bid management in the Middle East region.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign software.
• APMP certification is desirable but not mandatory.

Mace's Core Values

• Safety first – Commitment to a secure, diverse, and inclusive workplace prioritizing wellbeing.
• Client focus – Ensuring quality deliverables and fostering lasting client relationships.
• Integrity – Upholding ethical practices aligned with compliance standards.
• Create opportunity – Encouraging continuous improvement and personal/team development.

Additional Information

Mace embraces diversity and encourages candidates from various backgrounds to apply, even if all criteria are not fully met, as they may still fit this or other roles.
Flexible working arrangements such as part-time, hybrid, and flexible schedules may be considered where appropriate.