Heckingbottom took over for the Bury home game with the assistance of Tommy Wright following Lee Johnson's departure to Bristol City.
Throughout February with Heckingbottom in charge, the Reds picked up three wins and a draw whilst narrowly losing at Gillingham - keeping three clean sheets in the process.
Heckingbottom is up against Swindon Town's Luke Williams, Oldham's John Sheridan and Wigan's Gary Caldwell.
All winners across the leagues will be announced on Friday 11th March. The judging panel comprises of George Burley, Don Goodman, Football League Chief Operating Officer Andy Williamson, LMA Director Olaf Dixon and Sky Bet Football Trading Manager Paul Lowery.
