Bid Coordinator

Job Description

Overview

At AtkinsRéalis, we think and work differently. From our offices around the world, we connect people, technology, and data to shape the future of our industry and the world around us. People are at the heart of what we do. Our teams have broad and deep expertise in all areas - from consulting, design, and engineering to project and programme management, as well as highly specialized and sought-after skills such as data management and building engineering for net-zero carbon. Our employees are driven by the desire to help create a better future for our planet—and they do so in exceptional ways.

We are seeking a proactive and detail‑driven full-time UK based Bid Coordinator to join our national Bid Management team for Building & Places market and support the continued growth of our business.

This role requires someone who is highly organised, able to perform under pressure, and comfortable working to tight deadlines. You will bring exceptional attention to detail, a positive, can‑do attitude, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in all aspects of bid coordination.

We are looking for a confident, proactive and engaging individual with strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport quickly. This is a key operational support role, contributing directly to our growth and our mission to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Your role

• Portal Management: Register opportunities on tender portals; download tender documents and updates; upload clarifications; and ensure all documents, client messages, and responses are communicated promptly to the team, with accurate tracking of updates.
• Opportunity Research: Identify, research, and distribute relevant bid opportunities to our win‑work teams.
• PQQ/SQ Management: Lead and coordinate the completion of standard pre‑qualification questionnaires (PQQs and SQs) by gathering required information in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Bid Content Management: Ensure all standard bid content is kept up to date within the central repository.
• Document Library Maintenance: Maintain bid libraries, templates, trackers, and databases to support efficient and high‑quality future submissions.
• Submission Management: Own the upload and submission of bids on tender portals, ensuring the Bid Director, Bid Manager, and Proposal Manager are notified of successful submissions.
• Shared Mailbox Management: Monitor and action emails received in shared inboxes, ensuring timely responses and follow‑up.
• Technical Team Support: Assist technical teams across the business with bid preparation and portal navigation.
• Microsoft Office Proficiency: Use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint effectively to support bid production and management.

About you

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, supporting a wide range of stakeholders.
• A collaborative and team‑focused approach.
• Strong time‑management and organisational skills.
• Enthusiasm, initiative, and the confidence to take ownership and start tasks from scratch.

Reward & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Additional information

Security clearance

This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance.  If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. 

We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability.

Worker Type

Job Type

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.