London, UK
Bid coordinator
at Eckersley O’Callaghan
Eckersley O’Callaghan is looking for a bid coordinator to join its marketing team in London.
The role is based in our London office with some hybrid working. The bid coordinator has a key role in supporting the operation and strategic objectives of our dynamic business. You will work as part of a small team led by our head of communications and marketing, supporting our engineers based across the globe. The successful applicant should have a keen eye, excellent writing skills and experience within the world of architecture and construction.
Key responsibilities:
- coordinate all bids, tenders, proposals, PQQs, ITTs, RFIs etc to ensure high-quality, accurate and timely content is produced
- analyse RFPs to help determine accurate bid content and formulate suitable and appropriate responses where necessary; confidently direct project managers on bid content and delivery
- manage, maintain and update internal systems such as the bid and knowledge library and PQQ database
- develop and oversee the process for creating and updating staff CVs, project profiles, and general bid content
- assist where necessary in the creation of marketing copy
- track bid success and highlight trends in wins and losses
- determine the clearest and most logical way to present information for greatest reader comprehension; write and edit technical information accordingly
- continually review and improve EOCs bid material, making it current and relevant
- be able to occasionally generate general written content to support the practice
Job knowledge, skills and experience:
- degree-level educated. A marketing degree would be advantageous but not essential
- one-to-two years experience in a similar role working in a professional environment helping to support and maintain a brand
- a creative eye and ideally some experience in graphic design
- proficient user of InDesign, with some experience using Photoshop and Illustrator
- ability to produce and edit written copy
- strong written and verbal communication in English and experience working with content in multiple mediums
Personal qualities:
- excellent attention to detail
- be self-motivated and take initiative
- be an excellent communicator
- be well organised and methodical, with a keen eye for detail
- work collaboratively in a team and with a wide range of people
- deliver effective and timely work within agreed timeframes
- be well-presented with a professional manner
- have a good business awareness
We offer:
- a stimulating work environment with a smart, diverse and motivated set of colleagues
- a competitive benefits package
- flexible working around core hours
- opportunities for continuing professional development
- opportunities for career growth
- collaboration opportunities with EOC offices around the world
- world-class projects with leading architects
Salary: Undisclosed