Acorn Engineering Limited
M&E Bid Manager
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Bid Manager (M&E)
Slough
Summary
Acorn Engineering Limited is a leading, independent provider of mechanical and electrical maintenance services, operating across London and the South East. With over 40 years’ experience in the industry, Acorn has built a strong reputation for delivering innovative, efficient, and compliant building services solutions across a wide range of sectors, including commercial offices, retail, residential, healthcare, and education.
Part of the wider Mecsia Group, Acorn is known for its collaborative approach, technical expertise, and commitment to building long-term client relationships through high-quality service delivery and continuous improvement.
We are seeking an experienced M&E Bid Manager to lead and deliver high-quality tender submissions from initial opportunity through to contract award. This is a key role within the business, responsible for managing the full bid lifecycle, ensuring commercial competitiveness, and driving successful outcomes across Mechanical & Electrical projects.
You’ll act as a central interface between Sales, Operations, and senior leadership, ensuring all bids are compliant, commercially sound, and aligned with company strategy.
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Package & Benefits
- Location: Slough, Berkshire
- Salary: Depending on experience
- Hours: Mon-Friday, 37.5 hours.
We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally.
As part of our team, you'll enjoy:
- 25 Days Holiday plus Bank holidays
- Life Assurance
- Death in Service Insurance
- Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
- 360 Wellbeing App, including 24/7 access to GP appointments
- Fertility Treatment Support Leave
- Paid Maternity Leave
- Paid Paternity Leave
- Gym membership discounts and a wide range of lifestyle savings
- Employee Refer-a-Friend Bonus Scheme
- Employee Recognition Programme
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full bid process from opportunity assessment through to submission and negotiation
- Lead and coordinate estimating and bid teams to produce accurate, competitive tenders
- Review and produce PQQs, tender responses, and technical submissions
- Identify and assess new opportunities, advising on bid/no-bid decisions
- Develop clear, compelling written proposals and client presentations
- Manage tender portals and ensure all submissions meet client specifications and deadlines
- Provide commercial insight and pricing strategy to maximise profitability
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients
- Analyse bid outcomes and provide feedback to drive continuous improvement
- Support the development of pricing models, reporting tools, and best practice across the business
- Lead cross-functional collaboration between Sales, Mobilisation, and Operations teams
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About You
- Proven experience in Bid Management within M&E or building services
- Strong commercial awareness with experience in pricing and tender strategy
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple bids and deadlines simultaneously
- Strong leadership and team management capability
- Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail
- Advanced IT skills, particularly Excel and Microsoft Office
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