Bid Manager
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Job Description
As a Bid Manager within the Europe and Asia (E&A) Business Development team at ICF you will lead and coordinate the full bid lifecyclefrom opportunity assessment and pre-proposal planning to submission and post-bid review. This role is pivotal in ensuring the delivery of high-quality compliant and competitive proposals across a wide range of sectors and clients particularly within the European Union (EU).
You will collaborate with internal technical experts pricing analysts legal and procurement teams and external partners to develop compelling proposals that align with client expectations and ICFs strategic goals.
At ICF continuous learning is a priority. All Bid Professionals are APMP-certified and you will have access to a wide range of training resources to support your professional development and ensure alignment with industry best practices.
Key responsibilities :
- Review and analyse tender documentation to identify requirements evaluation criteria and submission formats.
- Lead and manage the proposal development process in line with ICFs business development procedures.
- Develop and maintain bid schedules ensuring timely delivery of all workstreams.
- Facilitate bid kick-off meetings progress reviews
- Facilitate win strategy and solution development workshops with internal stakeholders.
- Coordinate and manage internal and external contributors including technical teams partners and subcontractors.
- Organise and manage Colour Team reviews (e.g. Pink Red Gold) with senior management to ensure quality and alignment.
- Prepare and/or oversee the development of qualifying evidence and supporting documentation.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales pipeline reporting and bid tracking.
- Ensure consistency quality and compliance across all bids within the E&A region.
- Provide guidance and support to consulting teams on tools templates and best practices.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by applying lessons learned and industry standards.
Required skills and experience:
- Minimum 5 years of experience in bid or proposal coordination/management.
- Strong understanding of public-sector procurement processes; experience with European Commission tenders is a plus.
- Proficient in managing SharePoint sites internal databases and CRM tools.
- Advanced user of Microsoft Word PowerPoint Excel and Teams.
- Highly organised detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities.
- Adaptable and able to lead teams through change and tight deadlines.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); fluency in French is an asset.
- APMP certification (or willingness to obtain) is highly desirable.
What youll need to succeed:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Sound decision-making skills with awareness of stakeholder impact.
- Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and propose solutions.
- Confidence to challenge assumptions and contribute to strategic thinking.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with stakeholders at all levels.
- Resilience flexibility and a proactive problem-solving attitude.
- A collaborative team player with a growth mindset and curiosity to learn.
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Working at ICF
ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider but were not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges navigate change and shape the future.At ICF we are committed to ensuring a fair and equitable interview process for all candidates based on their own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to generate or assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is not permitted. This policy is in place to maintain the integrity and authenticity of the interview process.
However we understand that some candidates may require accommodations that involve the use of AI. If such an accommodation is needed candidates are instructed to contact us in advance at. We are dedicated to providing the necessary support to ensure that all candidates have an equal opportunity to succeed.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
