Apprenticeship · Level 4

Degree Apprentice - Bid Manager
Morgan SindallCompetitive
Southampton
Expected closing date: Sunday, 31 January 2027
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Apprenticeship role for a Bid Manager in Southampton, starting September 2027.
- Gain on-the-job experience and work towards a Level 4 or Level 6 apprenticeship qualification.
- Salary starts at the national living wage for 2027 with progression, plus benefits like car allowance and private healthcare.
- Requires 5 GCSEs (including English & Maths) and A-levels or equivalent.
About the Role
This is a project-based Degree Apprentice position for a Bid Manager, located in Southampton. The role is set to begin in September 2027, with flexibility for occasional remote working.
What will I be doing as an Apprentice Bid Manager?
As an Apprentice Bid Manager, you will gain on-the-job experience while working towards a professional qualification. Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the timely and within-budget completion of bids.
- Ensuring all questions in bids are answered to position Morgan Sindall for success.
- Delivering an excellent customer experience by managing Design, Cost, and Programme effectively.
- Communicating effectively with the Senior Leadership Team.
What we can offer you
- Salary: Starting in line with the national living wage for 2027, with salary progression of up to 5% every 6 months over the 2-4 year programme.
- Benefits: Potential for a Company Car, Car Allowance, or Travel Allowance. Individual Private Health Care Cover with Life Assurance up to 4 times your basic salary.
- Completion Award: A monetary award of £500 - £1000 upon completion of a recognised academic or professional qualification/membership.
- Additional Benefits: Access to Mental Wellbeing and Employee Support, People Portal for high street discounts, Holiday plus scheme, Long Service Awards, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising to 30 days after 8 years), Sharesave Plan, Incentive Scheme, Pension Scheme, Enhanced Family Leave, and Flexible Working.
- Support: You will be supported by experienced colleagues and provided with a structured development programme covering personal and technical themes.
- Training: The apprenticeship involves 20% off-the-job training at a further or higher education establishment and 80% on-the-job training.
What are we looking for?
- Enthusiasm for a career in bid management.
- Qualifications: 5 GCSEs A*-C (9-4) including English and Maths, plus A-levels or equivalent at Level 3 with approximately 64 UCAS points (may vary by provider).
- Ability to drive to remote site locations.
- Ideally, some exposure to a construction/engineering environment.
- Note: Entry requirements may be amended depending on the university or college provider.