Proposal Manager – UK Wide

Overview

As Proposal Manager in Jacobs’ European Growth & Sales team, you drive winning tenders by shaping strategy and leading cross-functional pursuits. You’ll coordinate from qualification to submission, develop compelling value propositions, and coordinate senior stakeholders to win major opportunities across Europe. Your work directly supports growth ambitions and enhances client value through standout proposals. Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your leadership and insight help shape how we win work.

Pay / Benefits

• Up to 10% pension
• 24 days (+10 bought) holidays
• Flexible working arrangements
• Free medical insurance
• Income protection
• Global giving and volunteering programs

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional pursuit teams to deliver high-quality tender responses
• Plan and coordinate from qualification through submission, turning strategy into clear messages
• Partner with Sales Leads for opportunity development and market positioning
• Develop distinctive value propositions to strengthen competitive position
• Ensure proposals meet client needs, deadlines, and budgets
• Foster collaboration across Growth & Sales and Operations
• Challenge teams to think strategically and write compelling proposals

Key requirements

• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines/budgets
• Strong organizational skills across multiple tasks
• Good interpersonal skills to lead workshops and build relationships
• Experience engaging with supply chain partners
• Previous sales experience and proven ability to lead large/complex projects
• Strategic thinking and clear, effective communication and writing Leadership

• communication
• leadership
• collaboration
• resilience
• problem-solving
• proactivity

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