Who Are We:
Cardo Group is a trusted provider of building maintenance, refurbishment, and retrofit services for social housing and public sector buildings across the UK. With nationwide coverage and skilled local teams, we deliver a reliable end-to-end service that ensures homes and public spaces are safe, sustainable, and well-maintained.
We specialise in responsive repairs and voids, planned maintenance, energy-efficiency upgrades, compliance works, and major improvement programmes. Our approach combines quality workmanship, strong resident communication, and efficient project delivery to achieve the best outcomes for customers and communities.
Driven by ambitious growth plans, we continue to expand our capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of our clients. Our reputation is built on consistent service delivery, trusted partnerships, and a commitment to doing things the right way. As we grow, so do the opportunities – for our people, our clients, and the communities we support.
Cardo Group is becoming one of the UK’s most forward-thinking maintenance and retrofit providers. Do you want to be part of something great?
We are currently recruiting for a Bid Manager.
Role Overview:
We are currently recruiting for a Bid Manager who will lead the bid process and showcase Cardo’s capability in delivering exceptional projects. You’ll work closely with internal stakeholders and partners to create winning proposals which support our ambitious growth targets and strengthen our reputation. We are building not only better projects – but a better, fairer future.
Responsibilities:
Proposal management:
- Plan, manage and submit selection questionnaires and tenders.
- Formulate high-quality submissions to meet and exceed client specifications.
- Review bid submissions for quality and accuracy.
Cross-functional collaboration:
- Assemble and coordinate cross-functional teams from business development, operations, commercial, legal, social value and HR departments.
- Maintain clear and regular communication to ensure everyone is aligned with bid requirements and expectations.
- En-sure milestones and deadlines are met.
Win themes:
- Ensure win themes are effectively articulated throughout the bid response, demon-strating a clear understanding of client needs and how Cardo can meet them.
- 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.
Interview preparation:
- Help plan interviews, produce presentations for interview teams, coach teams through responses linked to the bid submission.
Knowledge management:
- Visit operational sites and other offices to gather information and improve the evidence library.
- Enrich the bid library with active knowledge management, ensuring all lessons learned are fed back and implemented.
- Research ways to improve bid content, developing creative approaches to writing and presentation.
You Will Need:
Essential:
• Proven track record in leading and winning a range of bids
• Min 3 years’ experience of tier one or main contractor competitive tendering 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, lo-cal authorities) and industry trends.
• Understanding of risk management principles and the ability to apply them to ensure successful and compliant bid submissions.
• 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 innova-tive 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
• Adobe InDesign
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 devel-op 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.
We Will Provide:
- Excellent development and progression opportunities
- 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
- Range of Salary Sacrifice Schemes [holiday purchase, EV schemes, AVC Pension contributions]
- Wellbeing Resources and Counselling services
- Retail & Lifestyle Discount Platform
- Enhanced Family Leave Provisions
- Recognition initiatives and awards
Please note all our roles are subject to Background, Identity & Security checks before commencement of employment.
Why Join Cardo Group?
We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Diverse perspectives strengthen our business, drive innovation, and help us better serve the communities we work with.
Our commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is rooted in our core values:
- Teamwork – We collaborate, support one another, and achieve more together.
- Integrity – We act with honesty, fairness, and transparency in everything we do.
- Excellence – We set high standards and deliver quality for our people and our customers.
- Respect – We value every individual and create a space where all voices are heard.
We ensure fair opportunities, embrace diverse backgrounds and experiences, and foster a culture where everyone truly belongs. Join us on our ambitious, exciting, and inclusive journey.