Tender Manager

The Vacancy Principal / Senior Consultant – Tender Manager CBEC have an enviable tender success record and an effective and experienced team. As the company has grown it is now time for an efficient and effective Tender Manager to lead on tender activities as we move forward. The position involving the co-ordination and management of proposals across CBEC's north, south and international teams, following CBEC's quality assurance procedures at all times. AI will play a role in CBEC tendering in the future and the position will require someone who is either conversant with the use of AI for bid writing already or is willing to learn. You will work closely with highly experienced Team Leads who have successfully led tendering for their teams, and experienced Technical Leads who are proficient at providing specialist input to bid documents. The role will also involve attending meetings as required and taking a pro-active approach to training and professional development. The role will be supported by CBEC's Administration team. This role is being advertised as a full-time position however, we are very happy to consider applications from people looking for part-time hours (at a minimum of 24 hours per week). This is open to UK wide applicants with a hybrid mix of home and office work. The role will be subject to a 6 month probationary period to determine the effectiveness of the position and candidate. Core Responsibilities

• Integration of AI into the bid writing process to improve bid quality and efficiency
• Coordination of company-wide proposals
• Coordination and submission of Framework bids
• Responsible for monitoring and co-ordination of responses to opportunities on RSK Marketplace
• Tailoring proposals to clients and project needs
• Direct liaison with Clients where required at tender stage
• Editing and proof-reading final proposals
• Develop and maintain tender library of supporting materials for CBEC proposals (e.g. Team CVs, case studies, boilerplate text etc )
• Close liaison with technical team members to obtain necessary input to proposals
• Working with senior staff and the admin team to streamline and improve tendering processes
• Pro-active approach to organising and planning own workload
• Attending (virtual and, when required, in person) team meetings and other staff meetings
• Undertaking training relevant to the position as required
• Adhering to all Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) requirements in line with CBEC/RSK Protocols and ISO accreditations Secondary Responsibilities (as Required)
• Supporting senior staff with marketing and business development opportunities
• Working with admin staff to maximise CBEC's awareness of tender opportunities To ensure maximum flexibility and to reflect CBEC's evolving needs, you may be asked to perform additional tasks that may be reasonably expected within your level of capability without additional remuneration. Essential Criteria
• Excellent writing/editing skills
• Experience of successful proposal drafting
• Formatting large documents in Word Desirable Criteria
• Use of Copilot, Cowork or similar
• Background in environmental science Salary And Benefits Between £32,000.00 and 42,500.00 p.a depending on level and experience (pro rata for part-time hours). Life assurance A flexible benefits programme including the option to buy additional holidays, health cash plan and discounted gym membership The Company cbec eco-engineering is a leading UK environmental consultant specialising in providing eco-engineering solutions for the aquatic environment. The business offers innovative, ecologically sensitive, sustainable and process-based approaches using its expertise in geomorphology, river and wetland restoration, hydrology, hydraulic modelling and field services. We have been employing a nature-based approach to river and wetland restoration and natural flood management for more than 10 years, underpinned by scientific understanding and current research. This background, combined with our practical experience, enables our teams to understand the holistic approaches required to ensure the future sustainability of water-related ecosystems. cbec is part of the RSK Group, a leading integrated environmental, engineering, and technical services business providing dynamic, multidisciplinary services to a wide range of sectors. RSK was founded in 1989 and has grown considerably since then. At RSK, we operate as a group of businesses that work together seamlessly, aiming for growth through diversification. Our strategy helps us build a strong and resilient business, capable of weathering external challenges, while also providing greater value to our clients and more opportunities for our employees. Since the beginning, our philosophy has remained the same: employ, develop and reward talented individuals. People are crucial to our company, and we recognise that our success hinges on our colleagues' growth. We're committed to preserving RSK's people-first culture, promoting innovation, and fostering a supportive and caring environment for collaboration. At RSK, we want you to be part of our successes and help you reach your career aspirations. We take pride in offering employees fulfilling and challenging careers by promoting ongoing growth and empowering individuals to excel. By providing workplace adjustments, we make it easier for people to confidently explore and pursue our career opportunities and recognise that flexibility is key to fostering a dynamic and thriving workplace. Many of our office-based positions benefit from a flexible working arrangement, allowing our team members to achieve a balance between professional and personal commitments.  If you're passionate about making a difference, join us as we work together to build a brighter, more equitable, and sustainable future for all. Do you have what it takes?