Commercials Manager / Bid Manager / Proposals Manager Company: Leading Architectural Practice About the Role Are you a master of proposals and a strategic thinker who loves turning complex ideas into winning bids? Our client, a leading architectural practice known for being a wonderful employer with a famously friendly and stable team, is seeking a Commercials Manager / Bid Manager / Proposals Manager to drive their business growth. This is a key role where you will take the reins of the bid lifecycle-from initial expression of interest to final submission. You will work closely with the architectural design teams to craft compelling, high-impact proposals that showcase the practice's creative and commercial strength. Key Responsibilities End-to-End Bid Management: Lead the full-cycle management of PQQs (Pre-Qualification Questionnaires), RFPs, and tender submissions for architectural projects. Commercial Strategy: Review tender documents, manage pricing strategies, and ensure all commercial terms align with the practice's business goals and risk guidelines. Content Creation & Storytelling: Collaborate with architects and design leads to write, edit, and curate engaging narrative content, case studies, and project methodologies. Process & Governance: Establish and maintain efficient bid processes, document libraries, and templates to streamline future submissions. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate inputs from multiple departments-including design, legal, finance, and technical teams-to ensure cohesive and timely delivery. Requirements Experience: Proven experience managing bids, proposals, or commercial operations within an architectural, engineering, or multidisciplinary design environment. Commercial Acumen: Strong understanding of contract structures, fee negotiations, and competitive bidding strategies. Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with an eagle-eye for detail and a talent for persuasive storytelling. Organizational Mastery: The ability to juggle multiple high-stakes deadlines under pressure while maintaining a calm, collaborative demeanour. Cultural Fit: A team player who resonates with a supportive, stable, and friendly studio environment. Creative Skills: Strong Adobe InDesign to design and produce high-impact bid documentation.