Bid Manager

Who We Are:

Cardo Group is a social housing property maintenance company.

Our multi-company group specialises in maintenance, compliance, and retrofit services with a growing national footprint. With ambitious plans for further national expansion, we are committed to making a lasting impact in the industry.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a bid manager to join our team in the social housing maintenance sector. Working closely with key internal stakeholders and partners, you will drive the bid process and demonstrate Cardo’s capability in delivering exceptional social housing maintenance projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Proposal management: Formulate high-quality submissions to meet and exceed client specifications.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Assemble and coordinate cross-functional teams from technical, legal, finance, operations, and HR departments. Maintain clear and regular communication to ensure everyone is aligned with bid requirements and expectations. Ensure milestones and deadlines are met.
• Win themes: Ensure win themes are effectively articulated throughout the bid response, demonstrating a clear understanding of client needs and how Cardo can meet them.
• Risk assessment: Identify potential risks (technical, financial, legal) throughout the bid process and work with internal teams to effectively mitigate these risks.
• Regulatory compliance: Ensure all bids comply with relevant regulations, standards, and client requirements. Stay informed of regulatory changes and incorporate them into bid submissions.
• Post-submission engagement: Lead debriefing sessions with clients and intermediaries after bid submissions to gather feedback and use this information to improve future bid submissions.
• Bid review and feedback: Conduct internal bid reviews and lessons learned sessions to refine the bidding process, improving overall performance.

Key Skills & Experience:

Essential

• Proven track record in leading and winning a range of bids
• Min 3 years’ experience in bid management within the social housing maintenance or construction sectors.
• In-depth understanding of the social housing sector, including procurement processes, government policies, key stakeholders (e.g., housing associations, local authorities), and industry trends.
• Understanding of risk management principles and the ability to apply them to ensure successful and compliant bid submissions.
• Understanding of cost estimation, pricing strategies, and financial modelling for social housing maintenance projects.
• Understanding of the specific challenges and opportunities in social housing maintenance, including sustainability, community impact, and social value.
• Strong project management skills.
• The ability to identify challenges within the bidding process and develop innovative solutions to address them.
• Strong negotiation skills, with experience in managing stakeholder relationships at all levels.

Preferred

• Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, Management, or related discipline) is preferred.
• Professional Certifications (e.g., APMP, APM) or equivalent industry qualifications desirable.
• MS Project

Key Attributes:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write compelling and persuasive copy.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team of bid professionals.
• Excellent attention to detail, ensuring quality and accuracy of all bid documents.
• Proactive approach.
• Familiarity with relevant construction standards, regulatory requirements, and project delivery models within the social housing context.

Why Join Cardo Group?

At Cardo Group, we are growing, evolving, and building a stable foundation for long-term success. When you join us, you become part of a forward-thinking company that values innovation, integrity, and inclusivity.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We recognise that diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.

✅ Equity – We ensure fair opportunities for growth and success, removing barriers that may stand in the way.
✅ Diversity – We embrace different backgrounds, experiences, and viewpoints, knowing that diversity fuels creativity and progress.
✅ Inclusion – We foster a culture where every team member has a voice and feels a true sense of belonging.

At Cardo Group, EDI is more than a policy, it’s part of who we are. We actively promote an environment where all individuals, regardless of race, gender, age, ability, sexual orientation, or background, can thrive.

Join us and be part of a company that values you—exactly as you are.