Client Engagement Manager
The Client Engagement Manager oversees the full bid lifecycle for valuation opportunities, including RFPs, panel bids, and large multi-property engagements. This role leads onshore bid workflow management, coordinates offshore bid support, and ensures that every proposal is timely, accurate, compelling, and aligned to target margins. The Client Engagement Manager is the central point of contact between producers, valuation teams, finance, and operations for all bids.
Key Responsibilities
Bid Strategy and Ownership
- Own the end to end bid process for assigned valuation opportunities from intake through submission and post bid review
- Partner with producers, valuation teams, country and market leaders, and client relationship owners to understand client needs and decision criteria
- Translate client requirements into clear bid strategies, win themes, and value propositions tailored to valuation services
- Ensure that bids reflect accurate scope, assumptions, pricing, service levels, and commercial terms
Onshore Workflow Management
Manage the onshore bid workflow including intake, triage, prioritization, and assignment of tasksMaintain a clear view of the bid pipeline and ensure stakeholders understand deadlines, dependencies, and statusCoordinate subject matter experts, valuation leaders, finance, legal, and operations to gather inputs and approvalsImplement standard work, templates, and checklists specific to valuation bids to reduce rework and improve quality and speedMonitor workload and capacity for the onshore team and escalate resourcing needs when requiredOffshore Bid Support Coordination
Lead and coordinate offshore bid support teams responsible for drafting, formatting, research, and data gatheringProvide clear written task instructions, expected service levels, and turnaround times to offshore partnersReview and quality check work produced by offshore teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and alignment with brand and valuation standardsContinuously improve playbooks, templates, and training materials for offshore teams to drive efficiency and qualityQuality, Compliance, and Governance
Ensure all bids comply with internal risk, legal, compliance, and brand standards, as well as client procurement requirementsMaintain and update a central repository of approved bid content, including service descriptions, team bios, case studies, and pricing guidance for valuation workLead internal reviews and approvals for complex or strategic bids, including governance with senior valuation and operational leadersTrack and manage version control for all bid documentsClient and Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a trusted partner to producers, valuation leaders, and client relationship owners on pursuit strategy and positioningSupport or lead responses to client clarifications and follow up questions related to bidsCoordinate and prepare materials for client presentations and orals when requiredCapture feedback from clients and internal teams after each bid and feed lessons learned into future responsesPerformance Management and Continuous Improvement
Track and report on key metrics such as bid volume, win rate, cycle time, margin performance, and client feedbackIdentify trends and root causes that impact win rate, pricing discipline, and operational effortRecommend and implement process improvements, tooling enhancements, and collaboration models for both onshore and offshore bid supportContribute to training and upskilling for producers and support teams on bid processes, tools, and best practicesOther Duties
Perform other duties as assigned in support of client engagement, bid management, and operational excellenceQualifications
Education : Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Real Estate, or related field, or equivalent experience
Experience : Five or more years of experience in bid management, proposals, client engagement, or operations in a professional services environment
Preferred : Experience in valuation, real estate, or a related advisory business
Proven track record : Managing complex bids with multiple stakeholders and short timelines
Experience : Working with offshore or shared service teams preferred
Understanding : Commercial models, pricing, and margin drivers in a services or valuation business
Skills and Competencies
Project and Workflow Management : Strong project and workflow management skills with excellent attention to detail
Communication : Clear, concise written and verbal communication, with the ability to turn technical valuation concepts into client ready language
Relationship Building : Ability to build trusted relationships and influence across producers, valuation teams, finance, legal, and operations
Environment : Comfortable working in a fast paced environment with competing priorities and frequent deadlines
Technology : Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, and familiarity with CRM, pipeline, or engagement tracking tools
Mindset : Continuous improvement mindset with a focus on efficiency, quality, and margin discipline
Success Measures
Increased bid win rate for valuation opportunities and positive client feedback on the bid experience
Reduced bid cycle time and rework, with clear and predictable workflows for producers and support teams
Strong alignment between bid commitments, operational delivery, and target margins
Effective use of offshore resources with high quality, consistent bid outputs