Commercial Bid Manager
LRQABirmingham, England, United Kingdom
Posted January 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
LRQA is a leading global assurance provider, committed to creating a safer and more sustainable future.
Job Description
LRQA is seeking a Commercial Bid Manager to lead the entire bid lifecycle, from identifying initial customer requirements to the final submission of detailed technical proposals. The successful candidate will have a strong background in bid management, ideally within the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) sector or high-stakes professional services.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5+ years in bid management, ideally within the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) sector or high-stakes professional services
- Familiarity with international standards (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code) and supply chain inspection services
- Advanced proficiency in Excel for cost modelling and a strong understanding of profit and loss (P&L) impact in a service-based business
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex, multi-workstream bids simultaneously under tight deadlines
- Exceptional proposal writing skills with the ability to translate complex technical data into clear, persuasive narratives for C-suite clients
