Watkin Jones Group
Bid Manager
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Shape major residential developments. Win transformative partnerships. Drive growth.
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Watkin Jones is looking for an ambitious and commercially astute Bid Manager to lead the pursuit, development and conversion of exciting new opportunities across our new build residential and refurbishment portfolio.
This is a high-impact role at the heart of our growth strategy, where you'll take ownership of the entire bid lifecycle, from identifying opportunities through to submission, negotiation and securing new development partnerships.
Working closely with Registered Providers, local authorities and development partners, you'll coordinate multi-disciplinary teams across land, development, technical, commercial and construction functions to deliver winning bids that are commercially robust, technically compelling and delivered on time.
The position is based from our London Office (minimum of 3 days per week) with the flexibility to work from home too.
What you'll bring
- Proven experience managing bids and tenders within residential development
- Knowledge of affordable housing, PBSA, Build-to-Rent (BTR) and Single Family Housing (SFH)
- Experience supporting refurbishment, regeneration and planned works programmes
- Strong commercial awareness, including development appraisals, GDV and cost planning
- Outstanding stakeholder management and communication skills
- The ability to manage multiple live opportunities in a fast-paced environment
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What we're looking for
You'll ideally hold a degree in Construction, Quantity Surveying, Real Estate or a related discipline, with membership of (or progression towards) a professional body such as RICS or CIOB. You'll also bring a strong understanding of modern procurement routes, development partnerships and current trends within the residential sector.
If you're passionate about securing projects that create lasting communities and want to play a pivotal role in the future growth of a market-leading developer, we'd love to hear from you.
At Watkin Jones, we believe in investing in our people. Here’s what we can offer you:
- Professional Growth: Individual support for your career advancement.
- Rewards: Discretionary annual bonus, health cash plan, life insurance, and more.
- Work-Life Balance: 25 days of annual leave (increasing with tenure), flexible working from home, and discounted gym memberships.
- Benefits: Exclusive shopping discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.
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Why Choose Watkin Jones Group?
Watkin Jones Group is the UK’s leading developer, builder, and manager of residential-for-rent homes, with a rich history dating back to 1791. With 54,000+ homes developed and in-build across over 254 schemes, we have a proven track record of success. Our operating arm, Fresh, manages over 18,500 units across 58 schemes, representing approximately £1.7bn of assets under management.
Joining us means becoming part of a company that’s not only deeply rooted in history but also firmly focused on the future. We’re committed to creating high-quality rental homes, fostering vibrant communities, and driving sustainable development. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to grow your career in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
If you’re ready to make a significant impact and advance your career with a market leader, we’d love to hear from you!
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