At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Bid Coordinator to join our London Operational marketing team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving proposal development to support our growth in the Building Engineering Practice and the wider Business groups that are slowly operating in the UK. Collaborating closely with all business group leads, you will help develop persuasive proposal documents and interview materials, showcasing our engineering capabilities and experience with impactful messaging. You will also lead the development of client plans that drive market expansion and revenue growth.
The ideal candidate is someone who embodies the qualities of professionalism, attention to detail, responsiveness, adaptability, a passion for continuous improvement, with a deep appreciation for teamwork. If you take pride in your responsibilities, uphold the highest standards of professionalism, and inspire others through your hard work and diligence, then this is the role for you.
In the role of Bid Coordinator, we'll count on you to:
* Support pursuit teams in capture planning, proposal development, and interviews for project opportunities.
* Manage the entire process for Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) submitted to potential clients, including gathering necessary information, crafting compelling responses, and ensuring timely submission to qualify for further bidding stages on projects.
* Manage client and industry data, including tracking solicitation status and maintaining business development systems.
* Support strategic planning, including growth initiatives and key investments.
* Develop and implement client plans to enhance market share and client relationships.
* Execute marketing and branding initiatives, including content marketing, social media, and thought leadership.
* Create marketing collateral and ensure brand visibility through conferences, sponsorships, and industry associations.
* Facilitate internal communications, including content creation, webinars, and major internal meetings.
* Train and mentor employees on business development and marketing best practices.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- Demonstrated ability to motivate and inspire others
- Demonstrated experience in writing compelling content based on information from technical staff
Required Qualifications
* A minimum of 2 years relevant industry experience
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
* Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including InDesign
* Demonstrated "self-starter" with a history of completing projects with limited oversight
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust, and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary Location
United Kingdom-England-London
Other Locations
United Kingdom-England-Croydon
Industry
Marketing/Communications
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Business Class: Marketing and Admin
Job Posting
Apr 22, 2025
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We're always looking for great talent to join our global teams.
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