If you’re passionate about design, proactive and have excellent communication skills then we want to hear from you.

We are committed to designing the best buildings and places possible. We have thriving offices in London and Birmingham which collaborate to deliver award-winning projects across a wide range of sectors and throughout the UK.

We are looking for a new Business Development Manager to join our award-winning practice in Birmingham. This important role will help us grow our business, in line with our strategic marketing plan, through the identification of new opportunities and the production of engaging bid submissions to help us win exciting new work and engage with prospective new clients.

You will be a confident writer and project manager who can manage bid submissions through all stages, often working to tight deadlines and coordinating submissions with external consultants and senior staff. You will be an enthusiastic and highly motivated self-starter, who is always striving for improvement and who has a passion for making a difference.

Ideally, you will have at least two years experience of working in a similar role and have a keen interest in architecture and design.

Knowledge & Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience of managing bids process from start to finish (OJEU, PQQ, ITT etc.)
• Demonstrate excellent and methodical project management skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Experience of working under pressure to tight deadlines
• Experience of creating engaging written content for bids
• Experience of leading a new business project, creating and sustaining inspiration, energy and focus
• Demonstrates flexibility and ability to multi-task
• Ability to work as part of a team
• A keen interest in architecture, design, research and communications
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite programs

Personal attributes:

• A confident, enthusiastic and highly motivated self-starter
• A practical problem solver with the ability to work in a fast-paced work environment
• Have excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• A bright, positive attitude with a willingness to be flexible and help when needed
• Confidence to communicate on all levels with a high level of professionalism
• Able to work well independently and without supervision

Remuneration package is negotiable depending on previous experience.

Glenn Howells Architects is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community. Should you require any special assistance due to disability, please provide details in your application and we will try to accommodate your needs.

We offer a wide variety of benefits, from cycle and tech scheme to pension scheme, bonus and healthcare plan.

How to apply:

• To apply to join our team please send in your CV and Portfolio to recruitment@glennhowells.co.uk. Please indicate in your email where you heard about the vacancy.
• Direct applications only – CVs from agencies will be regarded as unsolicited and not accepted.