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Bid Manager

Wates are seeking a talented Bid Manager to join our dynamic team. As a key part of the Pre-Construction Team, you will be responsible for managing the entire bid process, ensuring that proposals are well-organized, professional, and competitive. If you are passionate about the construction industry with proven skills and looking for an opportunity to challenge the norm, bring fresh new ideas and elevate yourself within the industry then join us and help to create tomorrow together. This is a great opportunity to progress your career as part of a talented, diverse, and supportive team. ABOUT THE ROLE Our Bid Managers are a valuable part of our business, and you will work closely with internal stakeholders, clients, and consultants to secure contracts that align with Wates' vision and business objectives. AS OUR BID MANAGER YOU WILL: Manage and coordinate the end-to-end bid process, including PQQs, ITTs, and tender submissions. Develop win strategies and bid themes that align with client requirements. Lead bid planning, ensuring timelines and deadlines are met. Collaborate with key stakeholders such as Estimators, Planners, and Design Managers to ensure a comprehensive and competitive bid. Produce high-quality written content for bids and presentations. Ensure bids reflect Wates’ commitment to quality, sustainability, and health and safety standards. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: To excel in this role, you need to have a comprehensive understanding of bid management and production, along with a solid grasp of the construction industry, pricing, and costing. You should be well-versed in best practices within the field. Your skills in project management, bid strategy, production, and process are crucial. You must be an excellent communicator, capable of effectively engaging both internal and external stakeholders. Strong negotiation and presentation skills are essential, as is the ability to conduct thorough risk analysis. Additionally, you should possess strong people and team management abilities to lead and coordinate effectively. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive salary & profit share scheme Flexible working Car Allowance / Company Car (subject to Role/Grade) Travel covered to any of our sites (subject to HMRC advisory rates) Extensive corporate benefits including, Private Medical, Pension 8% employers’ contribution, Health and Wellness programme, 26 days holidays + bank holidays and much more… Excellent range of learning and development activity to support your career progression. Industry leading family leave benefits to included 26 weeks fully paid maternity, 12 weeks fully paid paternity. To find out more about LIFE AT WATES please click on the following link https://www.wates.co.uk/careers/ We are always looking for a variety of new talent to join our teams, to help us grow and innovate as a business. Although you may not have all of the skills listed, many of them may be transferable to other roles within the WATES Group. If you would like clarity on any of our vacancies, discuss career opportunities in strict confidence or need anything to make our recruitment process easier, please contact our In-House Recruitment Team directly or via recruitment@wates.co.uk and one of us will get in touch as soon as possible. As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships. Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Data Analyst

📊 Finance Data Analyst 📍 Finsbury Park ¦ Full-Time ¦ PermanentAre you a data-savvy finance professional with a passion for turning numbers into insights? We’re looking for a Finance Data Analyst to join our team based in vibrant Finsbury Park! 🚆 💼 What You’ll Be DoingAs our Finance Data Analyst, you’ll be at the heart of transforming financial reporting through: Building and maintaining Power BI dashboards 📈 Extracting and transforming data using SQL Collaborating with Finance, IT, and Operational teams to deliver meaningful insights Ensuring data accuracy and supporting system improvements Leading data projects and supporting senior leadership with ad-hoc analysisYou’ll be working across a portfolio of contracts in Local Government, Housing Associations, and the private sector, helping drive data-led decisions in a fast-paced environment.🧠 What You’ll BringWe’re looking for someone who is: Proficient in Power BI, SQL, and advanced Excel (macros, pivot tables, lookups) Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive A confident communicator who can translate complex data for non-technical stakeholders Experienced with financial data and accounting principlesBonus points if you’ve worked with COINS, Salesforce, or in the housing/construction sector! 🤝 Why Join Us? Work closely with senior stakeholders and make a real impact Be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team Gain exposure to exciting data projects and continuous improvement initiatives📅 Start Date: ASAP🕒 Contract Length: 6 months📍 Location: Finsbury Park (with occasional travel to other offices)Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Foot Mobile Engineer

Foot Mobile EngineerLocation: Central LondonHours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00Reports To: Mobile Team LeadContract Type: Permanent, Full-TimeRole OverviewWe are seeking a skilled and proactive Foot Mobile Jobbing Electrical Engineer to join our London-based maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out electrical repairs, small works, and maintenance across a portfolio of commercial sites. This is a hands-on role for an experienced engineer who takes pride in delivering high-quality work and reliable service.Key Responsibilities Carry out electrical fault finding, repairs, and small installation works across multiple client sites. Perform emergency lighting repairs and testing, ensuring systems meet statutory and company compliance standards. Support wider building services operations, assisting with general electrical maintenance when required. Record all work and asset information accurately via the CAFM system (elogs) — full training will be provided. Ensure all electrical work complies with current IET wiring regulations (BS 7671). Diagnose and rectify faults in a timely and efficient manner to minimise downtime. Communicate effectively with clients and team members, maintaining a professional approach at all times. Follow company health, safety, and environmental procedures.Skills & Experience Required Fully qualified Electrician – NVQ Level 3 or equivalent. 18th Edition Wiring Regulations essential. Proven experience within commercial building services maintenance. Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively. Good IT literacy; familiarity with CAFM systems beneficial (training provided). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Additional Information No callout rota required. Opportunities for overtime and additional works. Company uniform and training provided. Excellent opportunity for career growth within a supportive and professional team.Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting

Pre-Construction Commercial Manager

🏗️ Pre-Construction Commercial Manager📍 Location: Finsbury Park (WPS Business)🎯 Purpose of the RoleTo lead and deliver pre-construction commercial services that support the work-winning strategy for the business unit. This includes overseeing estimates, commercial and operational solutions, and ensuring compliance with frameworks and KPIs. You’ll also manage a team and approve tenders.🛠️ Key Responsibilities 📊 Develop and report on the operational plan for precontract services. 🧠 Create tender strategies including risk, opportunities, CVRs, and cash flows. 🤝 Partner with senior stakeholders to align with growth and performance goals. 👥 Lead and manage the precontract team to meet tender and quality targets. ✅ Ensure compliance with Wates Operating Framework and industry standards. 🗣️ Represent Wates in client meetings to influence market direction. 🔄 Monitor and adapt BU strategies based on market and bid performance. ⚖️ Manage risk in estimation processes and approve tender clarifications. 🧾 Attend settlement and strategic meetings. 🌍 Sign off commercial proposals related to Social Value. 🔍 Review bids to maximise operational solutions. 📈 Lead post-tender reviews for continuous improvement. 🚀 Oversee premobilisation training and reviews. 🧰 Support project teams and maintain Salesforce data.🗣️ Communication & Influence 📝 Produce clear, action-oriented reports for senior leaders and forums. 🧭 Chair meetings and mediate between differing views. 🤝 Gain stakeholder buy-in across management teams. 🧩 Train teams in complex or emerging legal areas. 📣 Contribute to WPS CLT meetings and influence tendering strategy.💷 Financial & People Responsibilities 💰 Manage functional expenditure within budget. 📊 Oversee pre-tender P&L across four divisions (up to £1bn annually). 👥 Line manage and coach team members. 🤝 Manage third-party contributors in the tender process.🎓 What We’re Looking For📚 Knowledge Industry and sector expertise. Strong project management and commercial/legal acumen. Up-to-date with sector-specific legislation. Skilled in risk management.🎓 Qualifications Degree qualified. Chartered status (RICS, CIOB or equivalent).Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Basic Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks. To learn more about the checks included in this process, please click on the following link: National Security Vetting One of the Recruitment Team will then be in contact to discuss the role in more detail and advise of next steps.